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World Cup ultimate fan guide

The 2022 World Cup is finally here, and it will be like no other.

Miami Herald

Voice of the Mirror: Beer ban in Qatar’s World Cup stadiums is kick in the teeth for fans

It should have been obvious to FIFA that Qatar’s dictatorial leaders just wanted to use the tournament for propaganda. As the opening match approaches, Qatari authorities are starting to show their true colours

Daily Mirror

$400 A Night: The FIFA World Cup’s Shipping Container Accom Has Fans Dubbing It Fyre Fest 2.0

“The air con in the cabin barely works," one worker told The Times.

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RTE viewers praise 'bold' Eamon Dunphy after legendary pundit takes aim at Qatar on Late Late Show

Dunphy appeared on the Late Late Show and blasted the Qatar 2022 World Cup.

Irish Mirror

World Cup fans part of paid-for programme in Qatar have 'daily allowance cancelled'

Organisers have controversially recruited hundreds of fans to promote the Qatar World Cup in a bid to show the heavily criticised tournament in a more positive light

Daily Mirror

Inside the Socceroos' Aspire Academy training facility ahead of the Qatar World Cup

From a personal barista to pop-art murals, Australia's training base in Qatar is designed to give the Socceroos every chance of success.

ABC News

Man Utd flop Alex Telles on receiving end of wild Neymar tackle leaving him in agony

Manchester United defender Alex Telles has been hard at work in training for Brazil ahead of the World Cup in Qatar but found himself on the harsh end of an horrendous tackle from PSG star Neymar

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Gary Speed ‘always in our thoughts’ as Aaron Ramsey realises World Cup dream

Wales were ranked 112th in the world when Qatar were awarded the finals in 201

The Independent UK

Injury expected to rule James Maddison out of England’s opening game in Qatar

The midfielder is unlikely to be fit to play against Iran on Monday due to a knee injury which has prevented him training for the last two days

The Guardian - UK

Lionel Messi misses opening World Cup training session and put on 'special' programme

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is aiming to lead his country to a third World Cup triumph in Qatar - but there are concerns about the Paris Saint-Germain star's fitness

Daily Mirror

England hatch detailed plan to handle sizzling Qatar heat - including 'heat shack' at HQ

Gareth Southgate’s England side are going to be subjected to scorching heat in their World Cup opener in Qatar but there are already plans in place to combat the sizzling Qatari temperatures

Daily Mirror

Brazil's Lula says no point arguing why World Cup is in Qatar

Brazilian President-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Friday there was no point arguing why Qatar will host this year's World Cup and that fans should focus on the matches instead.

Reuters

Robbie Williams defends decision to perform in Qatar during World Cup

Singer said he didn’t ‘condone any abuses of human rights’ but it would be ‘hypocritical’ not to go

The Guardian - UK

We asked World Cup sponsors about their stance on Qatar’s LGBTQ+ rights

One of the World Cup sponsors prides itself on being “one of the world’s most inclusive brands”

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Daily Record

Josip Juranovic Celtic transfer theory floated as Rangers hero turns super agent in 'definite contact' claim

The Croatia international is in Parkhead contract limbo as he prepares for the World Cup in Qatar.

The Guardian - UK

Multiple World Cup sponsors concerned over contracts after Qatar’s alcohol ban

Qatar’s late U-turn on selling beer could affect the £63m Budweiser contract, while another major sponsor said partners feel ‘let down by Fifa’

AAP

Socceroos refugees want to inspire at cup

Australia's trio of South Sudanese refugees hope playing at the World Cup in Qatar will be a source of inspiration for others.

Al Jazeera

World Cup fans ready to party despite beer ban in Qatar stadiums

Sudden ruling by the government to halt all beer sales at stadiums welcomed by some fans as others criticise the timing.

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Manchester Evening News

Arsenal player Gabriel Martinelli opens up on 'rejection' from Manchester United

Gabriel Martinelli has been selected as a wildcard option by Brazil for the World Cup finals in Qatar.

Daily Mirror

World Cup fan zone scrapped at last minute in latest blow for Qatar showpiece

Fan zones in the Belgian towns of Vilvoorde and Weelde will no longer be staged due to a lack of interest in the controversial Qatar World Cup, which starts on Sunday

The Guardian - UK

The damned World Cup kicks off and Qatar is not in any mood to apologise

There has been a hardening of the host nation’s attitudes before a tournament shadowed by corruption, suffering and death

Manchester Evening News

Manchester United legend David Beckham defends £150m ambassadorial role amid criticism of Qatar World Cup

David Beckham has come out in defense of his role in the promotion of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

The Independent UK

High-rolling World Cup fans will get alcohol at stadiums

Champagne, whiskey, vodka and even some sommelier-selected wines will be available for some fans at World Cup stadiums in Qatar

The Guardian - UK

World Cup fan village still a building site 48 hours before Qatar 2022 kicks off

The Rawdat Al Jahhaniya accommodation is near the stadium where Wales play their first game in Qatar, against the US

The Conversation

What to watch for when you are watching the World Cup: Essential reads for on and off the field

Whether you call it “soccer” or “football,” the beautiful game is enjoyed by fans around the world. And every four years, it is celebrated in a monthlong spectacle: the World Cup.

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