Burj Khalifa lights up as countdown to NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 begins
The official countdown to the NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 began with the iconic Burj Khalifa getting lit up on Friday.
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Diego Maradona 'Hand of God' shirt to go on display during World Cup
Diego Maradona wore when he scored his infamous 'Hand of God' goal against England in 1986 will go on display in Qatar during the World Cup just five months after it set a record price at auction, a top official said Saturday. The shirt, which sold for $9.3 million to a secret buyer, has been loaned to Qatar's 3-2-1 sports museum and will go on display from Sunday until April 1.
France’s Frappart among trio of women referees at World Cup in Qatar
"It's a strong sign from FIFA and the authorities to have women referees in that country. I'm not a feminist spokesperson, but if this can make things happen..." said Frappart.
Qatar World Cup: Fans must show negative COVID-19 result on arrival
Football supporters hoping to attend this year's Qatar World Cup will have to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test on arrival in Doha, even if they're already fully vaccinated, as the host nation aims to limit the spread of the virus.
Qatar says World Cup fans do not need Covid vaccination
Coronavirus vaccinations will not be mandatory for the million-plus fans going to the World Cup in Qatar this year, the Gulf state said on Thursday.
Covid vaccinations not compulsory for World Cup fans: Qatar
Coronavirus vaccinations will not be mandatory for the million-plus fans going to the World Cup in Qatar this year, authorities in the Gulf state said on Thursday. All visitors aged over six will have to produce negative Covid-19 tests before taking flights to Qatar for the tournament that starts November 20, the authorities said in new health guidelines.
Qatar: COVID-19 vaccinations not compulsory for World Cup fans
DOHA: Coronavirus vaccinations will not be mandatory for the million-plus fans going to the World Cup in Qatar this year, authorities in the Gulf state said on Thursday.
'We don’t wish to be visible' - Hummel reveal Denmark 'protest' kits for Qatar 2022 World Cup
Denmark’s official kits for the 2022 World Cup have been unveiled with kit suppliers Hummel revealing the design is a «protest against Qatar and its human rights record». The tournament is being hosted in the Gulf state this winter, however the country has been dogged by allegations of mistreatment of migrant workers — including from Amnesty International — and its stance on LGBT rights. Ad As a result, there have been calls for boycotts of the competition, although as things stand, no participating nation has chosen to do so.