The New York Times – Sports:
The decision to take the World Cup to Qatar has upturned a small nation, battered the reputation of global soccer’s governing body and altered the fabric of the sport.
Category: World Cup 2022 (Soccer)
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Qatar Bans Beer Sales at World Cup Stadiums
The New York Times – Sports:
The about-face on alcohol could violate a multimillion-dollar FIFA sponsorship agreement, and signaled soccer’s governing body may no longer be in full control of its showcase event.
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Besides Soccer, Qatar Is Packed With Activities Around the World Cup
The New York Times – Travel:
Here’s a list of other things to do in Qatar in the next few months.
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How Europe Decides Who Wins the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
The global appetites of Europe’s major leagues shape talent pipelines from South America to Africa. That picks winners and losers long before the games are played.
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An Unlikely Group Scrambles for World Cup Rooms: FIFA’s Elite
The New York Times – Sports:
The luxury hotel set to host soccer’s most senior leaders wasn’t quite ready when they began arriving, the latest in a series of last-second tweaks to Qatar’s well-laid plans.
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For Young USMNT, World Cup Moment Arrives Early
The New York Times – Sports:
The United States arrived at the World Cup with one of the youngest rosters in the tournament. But is this new generation of stars getting its shot four years too soon?
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Migrant Workers Are the Qatar World Cup’s Forgotten Team
The New York Times – Sports:
Hundreds of thousands of Nepalis were part of an army of migrant workers who remade Qatar for its World Cup moment. But in chasing desperately needed paychecks abroad, many pay a heavy price.
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Qatar World Cup Faces New Edict: Hide the Beer
The New York Times – Sports:
A week before the opening game, tournament organizers are scrambling to balance late changes ordered by powerful Qatari officials with the interests of a major FIFA sponsor, Budweiser.
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5 Books to Read About Qatar Before the World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
Qatar is the first Arab nation to host the tournament, bringing all the country’s contradictions to the fore.