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World Cup in Qatar Caps Big Gulf Push Into International Sports

In hosting major international sporting events, buying up soccer teams and even creating a golf league, the resource-rich Gulf States are seeking attention, prestige, economic diversification and political credibility.

By Vivian Nereim

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World Cup: FIFA President Gianni Infantino Defends Qatar

Gianni Infantino defended the host country’s decision to ban the sale of beer at stadiums and fired back at the “hypocrisy” of Western criticisms.

By Tariq Panja

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Qatar 2022: The World Cup That Changed Everything

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.

By Tariq Panja and Rory Smith

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Besides Soccer, Qatar Is Packed With Activities Around the World Cup

Here’s a list of other things to do in Qatar in the next few months.

By David Belcher