'Between 400 and 500' migrant worker deaths according to Qatar chief Hassan Al-Thawadi
Between 400 and 500 migrants have died as a result of development linked to the Qatar World Cup, the tournament's chief has claimed.
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World Cup 2022: why is Qatar a controversial location for the tournament?
The decision to award Qatar hosting rights for the 2022 World Cup has been marred by controversy, including allegations of corruption and human rights violations, since it was first announced 12 years ago. Here is a look at the issues:
Denmark coach says ‘emotions high’ for must-win World Cup clash
DOHA: Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand admitted on Tuesday that “emotions are very, very high” for their must-win World Cup clash against a dogged Australia. With holders France already qualified for the last 16 from Group D, Australia are in pole position to join them in the knockout rounds with three points from two games. Going into the final round of Group D games on Wednesday, Denmark are third and Tunisia fourth, both with one point.
Australia can emulate 2006 team and make last 16, says Lazaridis
DOHA : Australia can emulate their 2006 World Cup side by getting a result against Denmark and making it through to the last 16 along with group leaders France, former Socceroo Stan Lazaridis has told Reuters.
World Cup 2022: Permutations in final round group games
The final round of matches begin at the 2022 World Cup this afternoon.
Belgium finally get World Cup showdown with Croatia
DOHA : When Belgium were beaten by France in their 2018 World Cup semi-final there was some grumbling that the better team had lost and the so-called 'golden generation' had been robbed of their place in the final against Croatia.
No booze? No problem for most fans at World Cup in Qatar
DOHA : Soccer fans at the almost alcohol-free World Cup are ready to pay high prices for a beer, a few have tried to smuggle booze into stadiums but most simply accept that drinking is off limits at the first tournament in a Muslim country.
France to make changes but not taking Tunisia lightly
DOHA : France will look to keep their World Cup momentum going when they face Tunisia even though they have qualified for the knockout stages, and coach Didier Deschamps will make changes for the game on Wednesday.