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FIFA should compensate victims of World Cup preparations, MEPs say

European lawmakers adopted a resolution deploring the deaths of thousands of migrant workers before the World Cup tournament.

Football Now

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: The story of week 1

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All the talking points from a gripping first week at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

Denmark

Denmark won't support Infantino's re-election amid armband controversy

The Danish Football Association's move follows FIFA's threat to give an immediate yellow card to players wearing the anti-discrimination 'OneLove' armband.

Sport

World Cup latest: Two goals from Brazil sink Serbia, again

Here is our at-a-glance guide to what is happening at the World Cup on Thursday.

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The Exchange

Qatar's $220 billion tourism boost, will it pay off?

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An eye-watering sum of money has been spent by Qatar on creating high-tech, high-spec, modern infrastructure in an effort to boost its tourism sector: one of the fastest-growing hotel and hospitality markets in the world.

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Iran fans sing protest songs outside the stadium in Doha

Wearing Iranian jerseys outside the World Cup stadium in Doha, Qatar, a small number of Iranian fans sang in solidarity with protesters in their home country supporting demonstrations triggered by the death of Mahsa Amini who died while detained by Iran’s morality police

Sport

The Qatar World Cup kicks off with an extravagant ceremony

After a tortuous 12-year build-up dogged by off-field controversies, the first World Cup in the Middle East finally began on Sunday night with a flashy opening ceremony

Qatar

‘It’s a hard blow’: Argentina in shock after Saudi World Cup victory

While Argentina ranks as FIFA’s third best team in 2022, Saudi Arabia are 51st.

Saudi Arabia

Who is the French coach behind Saudi Arabia’s World Cup success?

French coach Hervé Renard led Saudi Arabia to a landmark 2-1 win against Argentina

Sport

World Cup catch-up: Saudi Arabia stun Argentina and France win 4-1

Here's our daily summary of all you need to know about what's happening at the World Cup in Qatar.

Qatar

US journalist 'detained' at World Cup over rainbow shirt

The former Sports Illustrated writer claimed World Cup security briefly barred him from entering the stadium.

Sport

World Cup at-a-glance: Wins for English and Dutch amid armbands row

Here is your at-a-glance guide to what happened on day two at the Qatar World Cup.

Sport

In pictures: Qatar World Cup opening ceremony and first match

Hosts Qatar took on Ecuador in the opening game of the 2022 tournament, after a lavish opening ceremony in Doha.

Sport

Defeat for hosts Qatar as Ecuador triumphs in opening match

World Cup: Defeat for hosts Qatar as Ecuador triumphs in opening match

Qatar

World Cup: FIFA boss says fans 'will survive' without beer at games

Gianni Infantino said in countries like France, Scotland and Spain there were also stadium bans on alcohol sales.

Sport

FIFA boss accuses Europe of 'double standard' for criticising Qatar

The FIFA president said Europe should be apologising for its own failings "before we start giving moral lessons to people."

Sport

Your guide to the 13 European teams competing at Qatar World Cup

Form, expectations and emerging talent: Your guide to the 13 European teams competing at the Qatar World Cup

Sport

Host nation Qatar braces for World Cup fever ahead of opening night

Doha prepares for the first of 64 matches as the World Cup gets underway this Sunday in Qatar.

Qatar 365

Qatar's must-see locations, linking its past, present, and future

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In the midst of the first-ever World Cup to be hosted in the Middle East, Qatar is front and centre on the global stage. But there’s more to do here than just watch international football.

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Meet the FIFA volunteers ready to welcome all football fans to Qatar

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You're giving back to the country, not just the country, but the world because it is an international event where people are coming from different places and different backgrounds,