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Ghanim Al Muftah, Morgan Freeman’s dialogue at FIFA World Cup opening sparks interaction
Doha: Qatari youth Ghanim Al Muftah drew the world’s attention at the opening ceremony of the World Cup 2022, with his dialogue with the famous American actor Morgan Freeman on the grounds of Al-Bayt…
- India
VP Jagdeep Dhankhar meets world leaders on sidelines of FIFA World Cup in Qatar
Doha: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has met several world leaders, including UN chief Antonio Guterres, on the sidelines of the FIFA World Cup here in Qatar. Dhankhar is in Doha for a…
- Middle East
Qatar: FIFA World Cup opening ceremony kicks off at Al Bayt Stadium
Doha: The opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 kicked off on Sunday, at Al Bayt Stadium in the capital, Doha. As host of the Middle East’s first World Cup…
- Middle East
FIFA World Cup 2022: Islamic preacher Zakir Naik in Qatar to give talks
Doha: Only a few hours left for the prestigious FIFA World Cup 2022 to start in Qatar and controversial Indian Islamic preacher Zakir Naik is in Qatar to give religious lectures all…
- Middle East
FIFA WC: 32 teams set to contest; Qatar, Ecuador to lock horns 1st
Doha: The highly-anticipated FIFA World Cup 2022 will start in Qatar from Sunday onwards. 32 teams will be eyeing glory in this once-in-every-four-years football extravaganza. The teams are hosts Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal,…
- India
VP Jagdeep Dhankar arrives In Qatar to represent India at FIFA World Cup opening ceremony
Doha: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday arrived in Doha for a two-day visit to the Gulf Kingdom during which he will represent India at the inauguration of the FIFA World Cup.…
- Middle East
Here’s the cost of hosting the FIFA World Cup
The World Cup is the most prestigious tournament in the history of football and the tournament that we eagerly await every 4 years. Finally, here we are just a few hours closer…
- Middle East
FIFA President accuses ‘western hypocrisy’ over Qatar criticism
Doha: One day away from the start of the FIFA World Cup 2022, which Qatar will host, FIFA President Gianni Infantino accused Western countries of ‘hypocritical’ moral lessons directed at Qatar, which is under widespread…
- Middle East
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Dubai police issue rules for fans
Abu Dhabi: Dubai police on Saturday issued rules for fans celebrating FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 – which starts Sunday, November 20. “Dubai welcomes you during the World Cup. Enjoy our city…
- Middle East
In a first, women referees at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Doha: Ambition and self-realization do not know the difference between a man and a woman. Whoever has the will and determination will reach his goal. With these words, women’s arbitration in the world…
- Middle East
Qatar bans sale of alcohol in and around World Cup stadiums
Doha: In a surprising decision, about 48 hours before the start of the World Cup, the International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA) announced the ban on selling alcohol in the World Cup…
- Sports
Cover shoulders, knees: Qatar’s stadium guidelines for FIFA watchers
Doha: In a decision that has garnered criticism from across the world, the Qatar government issued attire guidelines for fans visiting the Middle-Eastern country for FIFA World Cup 2022. In a statement…
- Middle East
Iranian football star Ali Daei refuses to attend World Cup amid ongoing protests
Tehran: Iranian former football star Ali Daei said on Monday that he refused an invitation to attend the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 in solidarity with Iranians who died during the Mahsa Amini…
- Middle East
Qatar’s World Cup denounced for ‘washing’ country’s image
Doha: Qatar’s decision to launch itself into hosting the 2022 World Cup was a head-scratcher from the start. Why, some wondered, would a Middle Eastern kingdom with fewer than 3 million people…
- Middle East
Second floating hotel arrives in Qatar to welcome World Cup fans
Doha: The ship ‘MSC Poesia’ arrived on Monday in the Qatari capital Doha, to be the second floating hotel to arrive in the country to welcome fans in the World Cup. The…
