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U.S. Team Distances Itself From Federation’s Decision to Alter Iran Flag

U.S. Soccer angered Iran by posting a doctored Iranian flag on social media to show support for protesters there.

By Ben Shpigel

Fans (Persons) Qatar Soccer World Cup 2022 (Soccer)

Qatar’s Loudest Fans Aren’t from Qatar

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.

By James Montague

China Central Television Soccer World Cup 2022 (Soccer)

China Limits Crowd Shots of the World Cup to Avoid ‘Zero-Covid’ Comparisons

With matches on a 30-second delay, China’s television network is able to replace crowd shots with close-ups of coaches.

By Daniel Victor

Foreign Workers Qatar Soccer World Cup 2022 (Soccer)

A Mural Celebrated Migrant Workers. When the World Cup Began, It Was Gone.

A mosaic of photographs once decorated Qatar’s showpiece stadium in Lusail. Now a V.I.P. entrance sits beside the spot.

By Tariq Panja