In a groundbreaking announcement, FIFA has unveiled a $50 million legacy fund aimed at driving social initiatives around the globe. This initiative is a collaborative effort involving key partners such as the Qatar government, the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Trade Organization (WTO), and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR). FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasized
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In the wake of their debut as hosts for the FIFA World Cup 2022, Qatar’s ambitions to secure qualification for the upcoming tournament are fraught with challenges. The expanded format of the World Cup in 2026 promises more opportunities for teams to qualify, with Asia receiving an additional eight spots. Given Qatar’s recent success as
In recent years, Qatar has garnered global attention, particularly regarding its labor laws in the context of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This event necessitated the employment of hundreds of thousands of migrant workers to construct stadiums and related infrastructure, placing Qatar under intense scrutiny concerning its treatment of these workers. At the recent United
Qatar has emerged as the dominant force in the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following their back-to-back wins at the AFC Asian Cup. Their performance in the second round saw them top Group A with five wins and a draw, showcasing their strength and depth in the squad. Star striker Almoez Ali’s
The draw for the third round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has set up some intriguing matchups, with four-time Asian champions Japan facing familiar rivals Australia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, China, and Indonesia. Japan’s technical director Masakuni Yamamoto acknowledged that this group presents a difficult and challenging task for his team. The
After completing the second round of Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it is evident that Qatar emerged as a dominant force in the region. With two consecutive AFC Asian Cup victories under their belt, Qatar’s path to the third and final round of qualifiers was relatively untroubled. Led by star striker Almoez
Amnesty International has taken a stand against FIFA, urging the organization to release a review that investigates the treatment of migrant workers involved in the construction of stadia and infrastructure for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The independent review was conducted following the tournament that took place between November and December of 2022. Despite