FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Sponsors Urged to Support Compensation for Migrant Workers
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Sponsors Urged to Support Compensation for Migrant Workers

News 18  

Human rights groups urged more sponsors of the World Cup in Qatar on Tuesday to support calls for compensation for migrant workers and their families over alleged abuses. “Brands buy rights to sponsor the World Cup because they want to be associated with joy, fair competition and spectacular human achievement on the playing field — not rampant wage theft and the deaths of workers who made the World Cup possible," HRW’s director of global initiatives, Minky Worden, said in the statement. Qatar recognised that the World Cup has “transformational power" in changing labour conditions, Thawadi told the Concordia global affairs conference in New York. An Amnesty-commissioned YouGov poll released this month found 73 per cent of the 17,000 respondents “strongly support" or “tend to support" FIFA compensating migrant workers for rights abuses.

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Awarding of 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia will put ‘many lives at risk’, Amnesty International warns
1 week, 6 days ago

Awarding of 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia will put ‘many lives at risk’, Amnesty International warns

The Independent  

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Soccer-Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win
1 week, 6 days ago

Soccer-Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win

Hindustan Times  

By Julien Pretot Soccer-Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win Dec 11 - Amnesty International lashed out at FIFA for awarding Saudi Arabia the organisation of the 2034 men's soccer World Cup, claiming the move would put lives at risk amid criticism of the country's human rights record on Wednesday. "FIFA's reckless decision to award …

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; rights groups condemn decision as 'moment of great danger'
2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; rights groups condemn decision as 'moment of great danger'

New Indian Express  

FIFA had invoked its principle of rotating the World Cup between continents, which meant only bids from Asia or Oceania were welcome for 2034. Rights groups flay decision The decision to award the world cup to Saudi Arabia puts the lives of construction workers at risk and "marks a moment of great danger", Amnesty International and 20 other organisations warned …

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labour
2 weeks, 6 days ago

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labour

The Hindu  

FIFA was urged on Wednesday not to give Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup hosting rights next week without binding commitments to protect migrant labour working on massive projects in the kingdom. Human Rights Watch detailed alleged abuses after speaking to more than 150 current and former workers, and families of some who died in Saudi Arabia, over two years …

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labor
2 weeks, 6 days ago

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labor

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA was urged Wednesday not to give Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup hosting rights next week without binding commitments to protect migrant labor working on massive projects in the kingdom. Human Rights Watch detailed alleged abuses after speaking to more than 150 current and former workers, and families of some who died in Saudi Arabia, over two …

FIFA overlooks own report advice on Qatar World Cup workers’ compensation
3 weeks, 3 days ago

FIFA overlooks own report advice on Qatar World Cup workers’ compensation

The Hindu  

A FIFA sub-committee report on Qatar’s 2022 World Cup legacy said football’s world governing body has a responsibility to compensate migrant workers but the organisation has not acted on a recommendation to do that by using its legacy fund. FAIR COMPENSATION “The report provides clear guidelines to FIFA on what constitutes effective and fair restitution to ensure migrant workers get …

Fifa accused of ‘astonishing whitewash’ over Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Fifa accused of ‘astonishing whitewash’ over Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid

The Independent  

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5 big issues that could block Saudi Arabia's bid to host 2034 FIFA World Cup
3 weeks, 3 days ago

5 big issues that could block Saudi Arabia's bid to host 2034 FIFA World Cup

Firstpost  

FIFA’s decision to consider Saudi Arabia’s bid has already sparked criticism. Choosing the country as the host nation could result in rights groups and fans accusing the organisation of prioritising commercial gains over ethical considerations Saudi Arabia's bid for hosting the 2034 FIFA World Cup has been rated 4.2 out of 5 by the organisation. Reuters FIFA has appraised Saudi …

FIFA should pay workers harmed in building World Cup venues, its committee report says
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

FIFA should pay workers harmed in building World Cup venues, its committee report says

NPR  

FIFA should pay workers harmed in building World Cup venues, its committee report says toggle caption Francois Mori/AP After years of outcry over the human rights abuses against migrant workers during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, a FIFA-commissioned report concluded that FIFA, soccer's world governing body, "has a responsibility" to compensate those who suffered. The report on migrant workers …

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labour law reforms but urged to do more
1 month, 1 week ago

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labour law reforms but urged to do more

The Hindu  

Qatar was praised at the United Nations’ top human rights body on Tuesday for improving labour laws before the 2022 World Cup, though it was urged to fully abolish its employment system for migrant workers. Qatar “highly appreciated” the contribution of migrant workers who are “true partners,” said Hend Abdulrahman Al Muftah, its permanent representative to the UN in Geneva, …

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labor law reforms but urged to do more
1 month, 1 week ago

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labor law reforms but urged to do more

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Qatar was praised at the United Nations’ top human rights body on Tuesday for improving labor laws before the 2022 World Cup, though it was urged to fully abolish its employment system for migrant workers. Qatar was urged — or “recommended,” in the formal diplomatic language of the UN rights body — by French delegate Claire Thuaudet to …

Fifa accused of contributing to ‘very serious’ human rights abuses in damning new report
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Fifa accused of contributing to ‘very serious’ human rights abuses in damning new report

The Independent  

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World Cup bidder Saudi Arabia accused of abusing migrant workers ahead of FIFA decision
6 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cup bidder Saudi Arabia accused of abusing migrant workers ahead of FIFA decision

Associated Press  

GENEVA — A global group of trade unions is accusing Saudi Arabia of abusing migrant workers in a complaint filed Wednesday with a UN-backed labor organization, which comes as FIFA prepares to confirm the oil-rich kingdom as host of the 2034 World Cup. The ILO is a tripartite agency uniting governments, employers and workers with a goal to “set labor …

Post-World Cup, Qatar is pressing ahead with labor reforms but concerns for migrant workers remain
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Post-World Cup, Qatar is pressing ahead with labor reforms but concerns for migrant workers remain

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — When Qatar hosted the World Cup a little over a year ago, the wealthy emirate faced intense scrutiny over its human rights record, especially the treatment of migrant workers who helped build the glitzy stadiums. The U.N.-backed International Labor Organization says reforms introduced following the World Cup have improved the situation of migrant workers, while adding that …

Saudi Arabian World Cup in 2034 sparks ‘significant concern’ from major leagues
1 year, 1 month ago

Saudi Arabian World Cup in 2034 sparks ‘significant concern’ from major leagues

The Independent  

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Fifa must secure Saudi promise over World Cup human rights, Amnesty International warns
1 year, 1 month ago

Fifa must secure Saudi promise over World Cup human rights, Amnesty International warns

The Independent  

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Qatar urged to reconsider 2022 World Cup worker bonus payments
1 year, 1 month ago

Qatar urged to reconsider 2022 World Cup worker bonus payments

New York Times  

Hundreds of expatriate workers for the 2022 World Cup have not yet received bonus payments, despite their Qatari national counterparts receiving theirs. The Athletic has learned that expatriate workers from Qatar’s Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy for the World Cup, who accounted for 75 per cent of the workforce, have not been paid bonuses for their work in delivering …

FIFA WWC 2023: Co-host Australia calls out World Cup pay disparity
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA WWC 2023: Co-host Australia calls out World Cup pay disparity

The Hindu  

Australia’s Matildas have released a video statement calling out gender disparity in World Cup prize money and voicing support for women players being denied “the basic right” of collective bargaining in pay negotiations. The video, supported by Australia’s professional players’ union, features every member of the co-hosts’ Women’s World Cup squad and comes amid pay disputes at multiple teams at …

Bayern Munich and Qatar decide not to renew contentious sponsorship deal
1 year, 5 months ago

Bayern Munich and Qatar decide not to renew contentious sponsorship deal

Firstpost  

Bayern Munich and Qatar announced on Wednesday they will not continue their contentious sponsorship agreement, bowing to pressure from the club’s own fans who accused it of “sports washing.” The deal with Qatar Airways was due to expire on Friday, and any further extension would have infuriated Bayern supporters who have vocally opposed the club’s ties to Qatar since the …

Qatar World Cup workers suffered ‘human rights abuses’, new Amnesty report finds
1 year, 6 months ago

Qatar World Cup workers suffered ‘human rights abuses’, new Amnesty report finds

The Independent  

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FIFA to guarantee player compensation at 2023 Women’s World Cup: Why that’s significant
1 year, 6 months ago

FIFA to guarantee player compensation at 2023 Women’s World Cup: Why that’s significant

New York Times  

FIFA announced an increased investment in this summer’s World Cup in a new circular sent to participating countries. While the circular is not yet publicly available, the document — viewed by The Athletic — provides specific financial information on how FIFA plans to “ the development of the competition and the women’s game in general, as well as a more …

Proposal urges FIFA to compensate World Cup labor in Qatar
1 year, 9 months ago

Proposal urges FIFA to compensate World Cup labor in Qatar

The Hindu  

At an upcoming meeting of national soccer federations, FIFA will be urged to compensate migrant workers and families of those who died or were injured on World Cup projects in Qatar. The Norwegian proposal calls on FIFA to fulfil its policy commitment to provide a remedy when it has “caused or contributed to adverse human rights impacts.” “This is an …

Exclusive: World Cup workers face deportation from Qatar
1 year, 11 months ago

Exclusive: World Cup workers face deportation from Qatar

The Telegraph  

Hundreds of migrant workers in Qatar employed as security guards during the World Cup at Fifa’s main media centre and other key sites face deportation after launching an unprecedented street protest in Doha on Sunday against mass sackings that followed the tournament. Telegraph Sport has been told that around 400 workers formerly employed by Stark Security Services and Festival Global …

Diplomatic victory for Qatar after FIFA World Cup 2022 success
2 years ago

Diplomatic victory for Qatar after FIFA World Cup 2022 success

The Hindu  

Qatar fought a “culture war”, corruption claims and accusations over rights abuses in hosting the FIFA World Cup but experts say the Gulf state has reinforced its image everywhere except parts of Europe. “Qatar has been able to use the World Cup effectively to establish its brand, especially in the Global South,” said Krieg. The World Cup “gave Qatar a …

Rise of emerging economies trend of the times
2 years ago

Rise of emerging economies trend of the times

China Daily  

The success of the 2022 Qatar World Cup, which concluded on Sunday, is beyond doubt, despite the great lengths some Western countries went to in their attempts to smear the tournament with lies and unfounded charges on so-called human rights issues. How the Qatar World Cup has unfolded over the past few weeks demonstrates how the most popular sport on …

FIFA’s misleading statements on migrant workers
2 years ago

FIFA’s misleading statements on migrant workers

New York Times  

FIFA has been accused of abandoning its responsibilities to the migrant workers who built Qatar’s World Cup infrastructure by a coalition of human-rights groups and trade unions. This, he said, “will serve exactly the purpose of what everyone is asking for” – a reference to the repeated calls from Amnesty, BWI, HRW, global footballers’ union FIFPro and several European football …

Special report: Qatar, the World Cup and the war on truth
2 years ago

Special report: Qatar, the World Cup and the war on truth

New York Times  

For a brief few moments it looked like the World Cup was being rigged in real time, amplifying an explosive conspiracy theory seen by millions around the world. We will outline: The London “research centre” which doesn’t exist How ‘Qatar’s rivals’ allegedly pushed to switch this World Cup to the UK The mysterious case of ‘Denmark Uncensored’ Curious conferences, fake …

Everything wrong with the Qatar World Cup
2 years ago

Everything wrong with the Qatar World Cup

The Independent  

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FIFA World Cup: Player protests barely affect Qatar’s bilateral ties with participating nations
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Player protests barely affect Qatar’s bilateral ties with participating nations

The Hindu  

Qatar hosts the 2022 FIFA World Cup amidst a barrage of protests from players and supporters over LGBTQ rights, human rights violations and other issues. Qatar and UK also have multiple strategic dialogues including the Qatar-UK Strategic Investment Partnership and UK-Qatar Energy Dialogue which, according to the two countries, is meant to ‘forge ever closer cooperation’. Belgian players, in the …

Migrant worker died in accident at World Cup base during group stage
2 years ago

Migrant worker died in accident at World Cup base during group stage

New York Times  

A migrant worker died during the World Cup while performing repairs at the resort used as a FIFA training base for the Saudi Arabia squad during the group stage of the competition. FIFA president Gianni Infantino — who said in a statement sent to all media on Wednesday that the opening matches of the 2022 tournament had been “the best …

Virtue or Signalling? FIFA World Cup 2022 Protests Get Mixed Reaction
2 years ago

Virtue or Signalling? FIFA World Cup 2022 Protests Get Mixed Reaction

News 18  

Human rights protests at the World Cup have drawn everything from sympathy to indifference and outright hostility, with Qatar’s critics often finding themselves in the firing line. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot “Put your hands over your mouths and we …

FIFA World Cup 2022: 'Between 400-500 workers died for FIFA WC 2022'- Qatar
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: 'Between 400-500 workers died for FIFA WC 2022'- Qatar

India TV News  

FIFA World Cup 2022: The FIFA World Cup 2022 is in full action in Qatar as the teams bid to book their spots in the knockouts. Qatar, which had earlier publically stated that 40 people have died building the infrastructure for the tournament has now stated that between 400-500 workers have died. When asked what is the realistic total of …

Qatar says worker deaths for World Cup ‘between 400 and 500'
2 years ago

Qatar says worker deaths for World Cup ‘between 400 and 500'

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — A top Qatari official involved in the country’s World Cup organization has put the number of worker deaths for the tournament “between 400 and 500” for the first time, a drastically higher number than any other previously offered by Doha. In the interview, portions of which Morgan posted online, the British journalist asks al-Thawadi: “What is the …

Analysis: As Qatar World Cup unfolds, planet keeps spinning
2 years ago

Analysis: As Qatar World Cup unfolds, planet keeps spinning

Associated Press  

LONDON — Soccer — or football, to most of the global billions watching the World Cup this month — is not human society itself, with all its thorny issues. In early November, just weeks before the most heavily scrutinized World Cup in the tournament’s history kicked off in Qatar, top FIFA officials sent a letter urging teams to “let football …

US columnist: Qatar World Cup highlights Western double standards
2 years ago

US columnist: Qatar World Cup highlights Western double standards

China Daily  

People stand in a square ahead of the FIFA 2022 World cup soccer tournament at Katara Cultural Village in Doha, Qatar November 15, 2022. Criticisms surrounding Qatar's capacity and worthiness to hold the FIFA World Cup since the tiny Persian Gulf country won the bid has revealed the depths of Western prejudice, performative moral outrage and, perhaps most significantly, gross …

Watching the World Cup with Qatar’s migrant workers and hearing about their lives
2 years ago

Watching the World Cup with Qatar’s migrant workers and hearing about their lives

New York Times  

Inside a cricket stadium on the outskirts of Doha, hundreds of men gather together. Asian Town is a shopping and entertainment complex close to “Labour City”, which opened in 2015 and accommodates close to 70,000 migrant workers who assisted the construction projects that were critical to the state’s World Cup. Migrant workers have helped build Qatar's World Cup from scratch …

WORLD CUP 2022 | Is criticism of the Qatar World Cup racist?
2 years ago

WORLD CUP 2022 | Is criticism of the Qatar World Cup racist?

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 26, 2022 15:46 IST It seems as though every day, criticism of Qatar, host nation of this month’s football World Cup, grows louder. “But so far, its hosting of the World Cup doesn’t seem to merit the level of negativity we have seen from some Western media outlets.” Abdel Aziz had noticed a strong cultural bias in …

TS workers recognised for labour at FIFA World Cup venues
2 years, 1 month ago

TS workers recognised for labour at FIFA World Cup venues

Deccan Chronicle  

Adilabad: Migrant workers from Telangana, estimated to be about 20,000, are among those featured in mosaics at the 80,000-seater Lusail Stadium in Qatar, where the knockouts and finals of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022 will be held. Amid ongoing criticism of indentured labour, workers being denied human rights and allegations of over 6,500 workers' deaths, the Qatar government recognised …

World Cup: German players protest FIFA rainbow ban, call human rights nonnegotiable
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup: German players protest FIFA rainbow ban, call human rights nonnegotiable

LA Times  

German soccer players cover their mouths as they pose for a group photo before their World Cup Group E match against Japan at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar, on Wednesday. German players placed their hands over the mouths during their pregame photo and wore rainbow-colored stripes on their warmup shirts and cleats before Wednesday’s game with Japan, the …

Zakir Naik in FIFA World Cup: Why Europe and Qatar Should Stop Lecturing India on Trade Relations and Religious Tolerance
2 years, 1 month ago

Zakir Naik in FIFA World Cup: Why Europe and Qatar Should Stop Lecturing India on Trade Relations and Religious Tolerance

News 18  

“Today I have very strong feelings. Qatar earlier summoned an Indian envoy to explain the controversial remarks by an Indian leader in the name of “respect” for all religions; however, inviting a known hate-speech propagandist as a dignitary during FIFA World Cup nothing but showcases its glaring hypocrisy on the world stage. Is FIFA World Cup 2022 a botched attempt …

World Cup: Reporter Grant Wahl refused entry to stadium in Qatar over rainbow t-shirt
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup: Reporter Grant Wahl refused entry to stadium in Qatar over rainbow t-shirt

Daily Mail  

FIFA said players could face being booked and even banned for wearing it It came after some captains reversed the decision to wear OneLove armband In Qatar it is illegal to be gay and the conservative host nation has faced criticism American soccer reporter Grant Wahl claimed he was refused entry to a World Cup stadium in Qatar for wearing …

In a stadium of their own, migrant workers say their sweat made World Cup happen
2 years, 1 month ago

In a stadium of their own, migrant workers say their sweat made World Cup happen

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 21, 2022 16:09 IST Taking selfies from the stands and sitting on the grassy pitch, thousands of migrant workers gathered in a Doha stadium to watch the opening match of the first World Cup in West Asia. Rights groups have accused authorities of failing to protect lower-income workers - including those who built the stadiums and hotels …

Qatar World Cup opens with message of inclusivity amid backdrop of controversy
2 years, 1 month ago

Qatar World Cup opens with message of inclusivity amid backdrop of controversy

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Qatar’s controversial World Cup kicked off on Sunday …

'I Feel Qatari': FIFA Head Rips Europe For Qatar Human Rights Uproar In Bizarre Speech
2 years, 1 month ago

'I Feel Qatari': FIFA Head Rips Europe For Qatar Human Rights Uproar In Bizarre Speech

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The head of the world soccer governing body FIFA in a bizarre speech on Saturday blamed Europe for triggering the controversy over human rights abuses in Qatar, this year’s World Cup host. Amnesty International harshly criticized Infantino after his remarks, saying he was guilty of “brushing aside legitimate human rights criticisms” and “dismissing the enormous price paid …

'Things are very disappointing': Eric Dier raises doubts about Qatar's migrant workers crisis
2 years, 1 month ago

'Things are very disappointing': Eric Dier raises doubts about Qatar's migrant workers crisis

Daily Mail  

The Spurs star is in contention to start England's opener against Iran on Monday Dier insisted the situation was 'difficult for players' to handle in Qatar The defender believes players shouldn't be the ones facing political questions Eric Dier has vowed to learn more about the political circumstances marring the upcoming World Cup in Qatar as he admitted players featuring …

FIFA president Gianni Infantino BACKS Qatar World Cup stadium alcohol ban
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA president Gianni Infantino BACKS Qatar World Cup stadium alcohol ban

Daily Mail  

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has lashed out at European critics of World Cup host Qatar after the state banned the sale of beer in its stadiums two days before the start of the competition. Mr Infantino criticised those speaking out against Qatar's human rights abuses and management of the World Cup and dismissed complaints over the alcohol ban. FIFA president …

DC Edit | Does Qatar deserve this Cup?
2 years, 1 month ago

DC Edit | Does Qatar deserve this Cup?

Deccan Chronicle  

As the greatest show on turf, beginning on Sunday at the Al-Bayt stadium to end in a grand finale on Dec. 18 at the iconic Lusail Stadium in Doha, Qatar, billions of fans of the world’s most popular sport will be glued to their television sets, following the fortunes of their national team or their favourites at the 2022 Fifa …

Just not Football: The human cost of Qatar 2022 World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Just not Football: The human cost of Qatar 2022 World Cup

New Indian Express  

It was supposed to be a Summer World Cup. Out of the 22 FIFA Ex-Co members who voted to give the World Cup to Qatar, at least 16 have faced some corruption-related charge or other. This is even before you come to the human cost, one of the greatest tragedies of the 21st century. Never before have so many poor …

FIFA World Cup Qatar and migrant workers: The controversy that isn't
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar and migrant workers: The controversy that isn't

India Today  

After the 2018 mega FIFA World Cup in Russia, the 2022 FIFA is all set to be hosted by Qatar, a country most people hadn’t even heard about. With that, Qatar became the first country in the Middle East to host one of the world’s biggest sporting events, beating stiff competition from the United States, Australia, UK, Japan and South …

Why Qatar is a controversial host for the World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Why Qatar is a controversial host for the World Cup

NPR  

Why Qatar is a controversial host for the World Cup Enlarge this image toggle caption Patricia De Melo Moreira/AFP via Getty Images Patricia De Melo Moreira/AFP via Getty Images The selection of Qatar to host this year's FIFA World Cup brought cheers to the streets of Doha in a celebration of the first edition of the tournament to be held …

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