The New York Times – Sports:
At the only government-sanctioned store selling alcohol during the World Cup, strict rules keep it out of reach for most residents.
Category: Qatar
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Twists and Turns: A World Cup Fitness Coach Explains Pregame Warm-Ups
The New York Times – Sports:
In the final hour before a game, teams’ activities can look as random as recess at the local elementary school. But there is order in the chaos.
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Who Made Your World Cup Jersey?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Garment workers in Myanmar earn less than $3 a day to produce soccer apparel for Adidas. Some say they were fired after asking factory owners for a raise.
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It’s the World Cup’s Hot Accessory. But Should Fans Wear It?
The New York Times – Sports:
Head scarves in the colors of the participating teams have become fan favorites in Qatar. Rather than object, locals say they like the twist on a traditional look.
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What the World Cup Looks Like Off the Field
The New York Times – Sports:
Our photographers in Qatar show what the world’s biggest soccer tournament looks like from the streets of Doha and beyond.
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To Get the Best Perks at the World Cup, You Have to Be a V.V.I.P.
The New York Times – Sports:
If you desire truly cushy treatment, it’s not enough to be a V.I.P. What you want is to be a V.V.I.P., sipping free cognac and rubbing elbows with the emir.
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Qatar’s Loudest Fans Aren’t from Qatar
The New York Times – Sports:
A heaving mass of flesh and energy has brought life to the host nation’s matches at the World Cup. They are Qatar’s loudest fans, but they’re not from Qatar.
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A Mural Celebrated Migrant Workers. When the World Cup Began, It Was Gone.
The New York Times – Sports:
A mosaic of photographs once decorated Qatar’s showpiece stadium in Lusail. Now a V.I.P. entrance sits beside the spot.
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Saudi Commuters Descend on Doha for an In-and-Out World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
A victory over Argentina inspired a kingdom’s soccer fans. And when Qatar is just a short flight, you go.