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Gianni Infantino insists he is in charge at World Cup after beer ban controversy

FIFA confirmed on Friday Budweiser would no longer be sold within the perimeter of the eight World Cup stadia.

The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2022

Gianni Infantino insists FIFA is ‘200 per cent’ in control of the World Cup after last-minute stadium beer ban

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has insisted he feels ”200 percent in control” of the World Cup after the governing body changed its policy on selling alcohol inside stadiums in Qatar 48 hours before the opening match.

Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2022

World Cup fans are flocking to Qatar’s boozy underground in search of a drink in a dry country

The subject of alcohol has been one of many hot topics in the lead up to the Qatar World Cup, but for those in this dry country who know where to look, a surprisingly thriving scene can be found.

ABC News · Nov 19, 2022

Why Qatar’s last-minute flex over matchday booze is particularly telling

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The Guardian - UK · Nov 18, 2022

Aaron Ramsdale sends message to England fans in Qatar after World Cup beer ban

FIFA announced a last-minute U-turn which means beer will not be sold in stadiums at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar but England's Aaron Ramsdale has vowed to make it up to fans

Daily Mirror · Nov 18, 2022

Qatar Bans Stadium Beer Sales Two Days Before World Cup

The shocking change of course is just one a few last-minute adjustments taking place in the host nation.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 18, 2022

Budweiser's perfect deleted tweet as World Cup 2022 hosts Qatar ban beer

Budweiser pay FIFA around £63million for the privilege of being its exclusive beer supplier at major tournaments - but other than Bud Zero, its non-alcoholic brand, there will be no Budweiser for fans in and around stadiums in Qatar

Daily Mirror · Nov 18, 2022

Why the late decision? Fans banned from buying alcohol at World Cup stadiums

The decision was taken in consultation with the host country authorities.

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2022

Budweiser delete cryptic four-word response after Qatar World Cup 2022 alcohol ban confirmed

Budweiser had responded to reports that alcohol will be banned at the World Cup in Qatar.

Football London · Nov 18, 2022

Beer banned from Qatar World Cup stadiums as FIFA release statement after U-turn

FIFA have released a statement after pressure from the Qatari royal family confirming alcohol will no longer be in sale inside stadiums at games during the World Cup

Daily Mirror · Nov 18, 2022