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Blatter: Mistakes possible in Qatar decision

Blatter: Mistakes possible in Qatar decision

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has admitted a "mistake" may have been made in the awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar. 10 Sep 2013
Moving Qatar World Cup 'nigh on impossible', Scudamore says

Moving Qatar World Cup 'nigh on impossible', Scudamore says

Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore believes moving the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar is "nigh on impossible". 16 Aug 2013
Qatar bullish over World Cup suitability

Qatar bullish over World Cup suitability

Organisers of the 2022 FIFA World Cup have insisted that Qatar is a suitable choice to hold the tournament. 11 Aug 2013
Qatar World Cup decision labelled a blatant mistake

Qatar World Cup decision labelled a blatant mistake

FIFA executive committee member Theo Zwanziger has called the decision to award Qatar the World Cup in 2022 a "blatant mistake". 25 Jul 2013
Blatter hints at winter World Cup

Blatter hints at winter World Cup

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has admitted the 2020 World Cup in Qatar could be moved to winter due to the potentially dangerous summer heat. 18 Jul 2013
Rummenigge calls for no summer break

Rummenigge calls for no summer break

Karl-Heinz Rummenigge is in favour of changing the Bundesliga calendar in order to prepare players for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar in 2022. 17 Apr 2013
Middle East lifeline for Harry Kewell

Middle East lifeline for Harry Kewell

Australia veteran Harry Kewell has signed for Al Gharafa for the remainder of the season. 6 Apr 2013
Ferdinand defends Qatar trip

Ferdinand defends Qatar trip

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has dismissed criticism of his decision to fly to Qatar to work as a television pundit. 22 Mar 2013
Platini: Summer World Cup in Qatar impossible

Platini: Summer World Cup in Qatar impossible

UEFA president Michel Platini has again pleaded to move the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to the winter. 22 Mar 2013
Richards wants action on Qatar World Cup

Richards wants action on Qatar World Cup

English Premier League chairman Dave Richards believes it is unsafe to hold the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup in June due to the excessive heat. 20 Mar 2013
Qatar deny plans for 'Dream League'

Qatar deny plans for 'Dream League'

The Qatar Football Association have denied any knowledge of a reported 'Dream Football League' to rival the prestigious Champions League. 14 Mar 2013
Qatar plans for 'Dream League'

Qatar plans for 'Dream League'

Qatar are reportedly set to introduce a 'Dream Football League' to rival the prestigious Champions League. 14 Mar 2013
Qatar 2022 dismiss fresh bribe claims

Qatar 2022 dismiss fresh bribe claims

Qatar 2022 World Cup consultant Mike Lee has dismissed accusations of bribery continually aimed at the winning bid. 28 Feb 2013
Qatar Bank Deal To Spike PSG Fortunes

Qatar Bank Deal To Spike PSG Fortunes

The already hefty cashflow of Ligue 1 powerhouse PSG is set to increase with the club reportedly in sponsorship talks with a Qatar bank. 19 Dec 2012
Qatar Continue Planning For Summer World Cup

Qatar Continue Planning For Summer World Cup

The director of communications and marketing for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar says they plan to host the tournament in summer. 16 Nov 2012
Gullit Backs Qatar Winter World Cup

Gullit Backs Qatar Winter World Cup

Former Netherlands international Ruud Gullit has backed calls for the 2022 Qatar World Cup to be held in the region's winter months. 14 Nov 2012