European teams had planned to highlight inclusivity on soccer’s biggest stage. They blinked when the sport’s governing body flexed its muscles.
Tag: Qatar
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When World Cup Reality Isn’t What It Seems
In Qatar, where the line between the artificial and the authentic has blurred or evaporated, it was the people, as always, who defined the tournament.
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A Comedian’s Stunt Is a Sly Protest of Qatar’s LGBTQ Laws
Joe Lycett appeared to shred cash after demanding that David Beckham end his relationship with the World Cup. It was his latest performance with a point.
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Bribery Case Cracks Open European Parliament — and Finds Hidden Cash
Prosecutors say the glamorous lifestyle of a European lawmaker masked a Qatari corruption scandal. It exposed how vulnerable Brussels is to foreign influence.
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In Qatar, the Ancient Sport of Falconry Gets Some Upgrades
The training regimen now involves drones, but doomed pigeons are still in the mix. Generations of Qataris have taken up the hobby.