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Referee Frappart makes history as first woman to referee men's World Cup game

Zurich, 30 November 2022 - The French referee Stéphanie Frappart will lead the first all-female officiating team for a men’s World Cup match when she takes charge of Costa Rica v Germany. Frappart, who will be the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup match, will be joined by assistant referees Neuza Back of Brazil and Mexi

28 Nov

Canadian Journalists: Qatar's Hosting of the World Cup will Leave Great Legacy for Future Generations

Doha, 28 November 2022 - In their statements to Qatar News Agency (QNA), many supporters of the Canadian national team expressed their happiness with the team's presence in this World Cup. Canadian journalist Elizabeth Salion confirmed that Canada's presence in the World Cup is a huge achievement, especially after a long absence that lasted more

26 Nov

French duo cycle 7,000km from Paris to Doha to support Les Blues at Qatar 2022

Doha, 26 November 2022 - Frenchmen Gabriel Martin and Mehdi Balamissa arrived in Qatar for the FIFA World Cup after a ‘life-changing’ 7,000km cycle ride from Paris to Doha. It took the duo three months to ride from the Stade de France to Lusail Stadium – where they hope France will retain the World Cup on 18 December. Speaking

25 Nov

Iran break the hearts of the Welsh in a historic last-minute win

Doha, 25 November 2022 - Iran score two goals after the 98th minute to beat a European country for the first time in their World Cup appearance history. Both teams knew that this match was more than a group game – it had to feel like a knockout match because the winner would have the best chance to qualify. Iran realistically needed at le

25 Nov

International Media Professionals Praise Amazing World Cup Media Facilities

Doha, 25 November 2022 - A number of international journalists covering the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 have praised the facilities provided by the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) to all media representatives and media outlets, be it in press centers or the stadiums.In exclusive statements to Qatar News Agency (QNA), they expressed t

25 Nov

Ritcharlison Gives Brazil 2-0 Victory over Serbia

Doha, 25 November 2022 - Brazil defeated Serbia 2-0 on Thursday in their group G opener in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, at the Lusail Stadium.A brace from Tottenham striker Richarlison in minutes 62 and 73 gave Brazil the lead.This win brought the Samba Boys, who pursue their six World Cup trophy, atop Group G with three points ahead of Switzer

20 Nov

IPU President: Qatar's Excellence in Organizing the World Cup Refutes All Allegations

Doha, 20 November 2022 - HE President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Duarte Pacheco applauded the exceptional and distinguished hosting of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, affirming that this excellence in preparation and organization refute all allegations raised about this hosting.In remarks to Qatar News Agency (QNA) on the sideline

20 Nov

FIFA Fan Festival™ launches at Al Bidda Park in Doha

Doha, 20 November 2022 - On the eve of the first FIFA World Cup™ in the Middle East and Arab world, the FIFA Fan Festival™ was officially opened at Al Bidda Park. More than 40,000 fans attended the opening, which included DJ sets, a firework display and a thrilling performance of the FIFA Fan Festival anthem Tukoh Taka by Myriam Fare

19 Nov

Klinsmann predicts 'World Cup of surprises' in Qatar

Doha, 19 November 2022 - German legend Jurgen Klinsmann said on Saturday that an underdog could go far in what he is predicting will be a "World Cup of surprises" in Qatar. The hosts play Ecuador in the opening game on Sunday of the first World Cup held in the northern hemisphere winter. The change from the usual June-July slot means this

19 Nov

Cameroon Arrives in Doha

Doha, 19 November 2022 - The Cameroon national football team arrived on Saturday in Doha to participate in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which starts Sunday and continues until December 18. Cameroon will compete in Group G of the World Cup along with Brazil, Serbia, and Switzerland. Cameroon will start its campaign against Switzerland on Novemb

19 Nov

QU President Considers World Cup as Turning Point in Qatar's Contemporary History

Doha, 19 November2022 - HE President of Qatar University (QU) Dr. Hassan bin Rashid Al Derham, affirmed that the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 represents an important and watershed milestone in the contemporary history of the State of Qatar and the history of the entire region, stressing the importance of taking advantage of this global event t

19 Nov

Launch of the #MoreThanAGame Media Campaign

Doha, 18 November 2022 – The #MoreThanAGame media campaign was launched today with a roundtable discussion, as part of Generation Amazing Foundation’s annual Youth Festival, during which inspiring community leaders were able to share their stories of how sport positively changed their lives with more than 100 youth training to be futu

19 Nov

Minister of Municipality Inspects Preparations for Services of World Cup Fans in Corniche Area

Doha, 19 November 2022 - HE Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, inspected the level of works readiness and services provided to the World Cup fans in Corniche area, as part of the follow-up to the Ministrys latest preparations for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.During the inspection tour, His Excellency direct

16 Nov

Team Qatar finish second at WAFF U-23 Championship

Jeddah, 16 November 2022 - Team Qatar claimed the second place at the West Asian Football Federation U-23 Championship after losing to Saudi Arabia 1-3 in the final match held at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah. Saudi took a two-goal lead in the first 20 minutes thanks to goals from Ahmed Al-Ghamdi and Saad Al-Nasse

16 Nov

Qatar defeat China at Asian Senior Men’s Beach Volleyball Championship

Tehran, 16 November 2022 - Qatar's Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan made a perfect start the Bandar Abbas-hosted Asian Senior Men’s Beach Volleyball Championship as the superb duo defeated Chinese Wang Yanwei/Zhou Chaowei 21-16, 23-21 in Pool B. With only top two teams from each pool advancing to the knockout round of last 16, the Chinese

14 Nov

Qatar to host FIFA World Cup trophy event at Aspire Park

Doha, 14 November 2022 - With only days to go until the big kick-off, the FIFA World Cup trophy has arrived in Qatar ahead of a special event at Aspire Park on Tuesday, November 15. The famous prize has undertaken a global tour in recent months, visiting every country which has qualified for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. In total, the trop

13 Nov

QF, Generation Amazing Host First Regional Training Session on " Football for Schools" Program

Doha, 12 November 2022 - In collaboration with FIFA, Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF) and Generation Amazing, organized a regional training course on "Football for Schools" program.The course is a part of Qatar Foundation's agreements signed with Generation Amazing and the FIFA to provide a range of init

11 Nov

FIFA Fan Festival™ to stage test event on 16 November

Doha, 11 November 2022 - The FIFA Fan Festival™ at Al Bidda Park will host a special test event for Hayya Card holders on Wednesday 16 November. The event will serve as the final rehearsal before the fan activation opens to the public on 19 November, ahead of the FIFA World Cup™, which takes place from 20 November to 18 December. Pe