The Latest Breaking News from Qatar

Alcohol banned from Qatar World Cup 2022 stadiums after last ditch FIFA U-turn confirmed

FIFA have confirmed that the sale of alcohol will be prohibited within the eight World Cup stadiums in Qatar.

Football London · Nov 18, 2022

Qatar bans beer from World Cup stadiums after 11th-hour U-turn

Fifa has confirmed alcohol will be banned for World Cup fans at grounds in a major and unprecedented volte-face two days before the tournament kicks off

The Guardian - UK · Nov 18, 2022

Argentina and Uruguay bring 4,000lbs of meat to Qatar to feed World Cup 2022 dreams

Asadas, a traditional barbecue with a similar cultural importance to the Sunday roast, are a big part of life in South America - with Argentina and Uruguay bringing 2,000lbs of meat each

Daily Mirror · Nov 18, 2022

‘Well, this is awkward’: Budweiser deleted tweet as World Cup 2022 hosts Qatar ban beer

Budweiser has issued a now-deleted response as World Cup hosts Qatar banned the sale of beer just two days out from the start of the tournament.

Evening Standard · Nov 18, 2022

Qatar stuns FIFA by banning beer sales in World Cup 2022 stadiums just days before tournament

The move is a dramatic U-turn by Qatari officials just days before the tournament kicks off on Sunday evening.

Irish Mirror · Nov 18, 2022

‘It’s about being ruthless’: 18-year-old Socceroo Garang Kuol is ready to take on the world

The youngster is Australia’s wild card in Qatar, but he is eager to make his adopted country – and his community – proud

The Guardian - AU · Nov 18, 2022

Soccer-No alcohol sales permitted at Qatar's World Cup stadium sites

Alcoholic beer will not be sold at Qatar's World Cup stadiums, world soccer governing body FIFA said on Friday, a last minute reversal which raised questions among some supporters about the host country's ability to deliver on promises to fans.

Reuters · Nov 18, 2022

Christmas version of ‘Three Lions’ released ahead of Qatar World Cup

David Baddiel, Frank Skinner & The Lightning Seeds recorded the new festive version of the 1996 football classic

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2022

Poland national team is escorted by fighter jets on way to Qatar amid safety fears

A plane carrying Robert Lewandowski and his Polish team mates was escorted by F-16 fighter jets on its way to the World Cup in Qatar after Tuesday's deadly missile strike

Daily Mirror · Nov 18, 2022

Why Qatar has banned beer sales at World Cup 2022 stadiums

A decision has been made on the sale of alcoholic drinks within the eight stadiums just days before the World Cup in Qatar.

Football London · Nov 18, 2022