After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labor law reforms but urged to do more
4 months, 2 weeks 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 “pursue the implementation of the labor laws” linked to the 2022 World Cup. Sierra Leone said Qatar should “consider abolishing all vestiges” of the labor law system known as kafala. Top-ranked Norway said Qatar should ensure “civil society, human rights defenders and journalists can operate freely without fear of reprisals.” Qatar is widely expected to be a strong contender in bidding to host the 2036 Olympics, and concluded its presentation Tuesday with sports ministry official Nasser Ali Al-Khater hailing sports as “an important platform to enhance cooperation between peoples.

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No alcohol allowed in FIFA World Cup 2034, LGBTQ fans welcome
1 month, 2 weeks ago

No alcohol allowed in FIFA World Cup 2034, LGBTQ fans welcome

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia will uphold its current ban on alcohol during the 2034 World Cup, said Khalid bin Bandar Al Saud, the host country’s ambassador to the United Kingdom. Global football governing body FIFA officially announced Saudi as host of the 2034 World Cup in December. “Plenty of fun can be had without alcohol - it’s not 100 per cent necessary …

FIFA accused of ignoring human rights after rejecting call to monitor migrant workers in Saudi Arabia
2 months ago

FIFA accused of ignoring human rights after rejecting call to monitor migrant workers in Saudi Arabia

Firstpost  

FIFA is under fire after rejecting calls to monitor the treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia who will be hosting the 2034 World Cup. Saudi Arabia was officially announced as the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup in December 2024, raising concerns about its ‘poor’ human rights record and treatment of immigrant workers. FIFA rejects demand to monitor …

UN labor agency head praises relations with Saudi Arabia during investigation of 2034 World Cup host
2 months, 1 week ago

UN labor agency head praises relations with Saudi Arabia during investigation of 2034 World Cup host

The Independent  

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Backing Saudi World Cup bid ‘wasn’t a difficult decision’, says FA chair
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Backing Saudi World Cup bid ‘wasn’t a difficult decision’, says FA chair

The Hindu  

England’s FA decided to back Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup after being reassured by answers it received from the Saudi Arabian Football Federation during a meeting last month, chair Debbie Hewitt said on Friday. Global soccer governing body FIFA officially awarded the World Cup to the Kingdom on Wednesday, with the sole bid for the tournament …

Explained: Why announcement of Saudi Arabia as 2034 FIFA World Cup hosts is controversial
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Explained: Why announcement of Saudi Arabia as 2034 FIFA World Cup hosts is controversial

Firstpost  

The announcement of Saudi Arabia being named as hosts of the 2034 FIFA World Cup has created controversy among the human rights groups. The announcement of Saudi Arabia hosting the FIFA World Cup in 10 years’ time, however, has raised controversy. Why is Saudi Arabia hosting 2034 FIFA World Cup controversial There are still 10 more years for the 2034 …

Saudi rights activist says 2034 World Cup visitors will live in ‘a bubble’ and not see real life
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Saudi rights activist says 2034 World Cup visitors will live in ‘a bubble’ and not see real life

Associated Press  

LONDON — Soccer fans visiting Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World Cup will live in a “bubble” during the tournament that does not reflect real life there, a Saudi rights activist warned on Thursday. Saudi Arabia is today “a pure police state,” Lina al-Hathloul claimed, under the rule of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, whose close working ties to Infantino …

The absurd image that sums up Fifa’s ‘tinpot dictatorship’ as Saudi Arabia awarded World Cup
3 months, 2 weeks ago

The absurd image that sums up Fifa’s ‘tinpot dictatorship’ as Saudi Arabia awarded World Cup

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. Fourteen years on, on Thursday 11 December 2024, Fifa’s congress remotely applauded …

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup despite human rights sportswashing concerns
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup despite human rights sportswashing concerns

ABC  

FIFA has announced Saudi Arabia as the host for the 2034 men's World Cup, despite a growing number of organisations criticising the country's human rights record and accusing it of sportswashing. Human rights organisations have rejected that assessment, saying Saudi Arabia's human rights record is unacceptable and the bid presents a direct risk to the lives of workers who will …

FIFA's Saudi Arabia World Cup decision to send human rights shockwaves through football
3 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA's Saudi Arabia World Cup decision to send human rights shockwaves through football

ABC  

FIFA's decision to award the 2034 men's World Cup to the sole bidder Saudi Arabia has already been widely condemned on human rights grounds, but those protests will fall on deaf ears. "By securing hosting rights to the global game's most prestigious event, Saudi Arabia and FIFA must ensure the rights of everyone affected by the 2034 Men's World Cup …

Awarding of 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia will put ‘many lives at risk’, Amnesty International warns
3 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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FA explains decision to back Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts despite human rights concerns
3 months, 2 weeks ago

FA explains decision to back Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts despite human rights concerns

The Independent  

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Soccer-Saudi Arabia's human rights record under fire after World Cup bid win
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Norway plans protest over decision to award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Norway plans protest over decision to award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

The Independent  

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FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi Arabia set to stage 2034 tournament
3 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi Arabia set to stage 2034 tournament

Hindustan Times  

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia. BIDS Morocco, Spain and Portugal's combined proposal will see the 2030 World Cup take place across three continents and six …

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; rights groups condemn decision as 'moment of great danger'
3 months, 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 confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host, six nations as 2030 hosts – all you need to know
3 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host, six nations as 2030 hosts – all you need to know

New York Times  

Saudi Arabia has been officially confirmed as the host nation of the 2034 men’s World Cup. GO DEEPER Report on 2034 World Cup bidders Saudi Arabia is 'flawed', say 11 human rights groups The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico while the 2030 version will be hosted across three continents and six nations. …

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

Hindustan Times  

GENEVA — Norway's soccer federation plans to abstain from giving its approval when Saudi Arabia is confirmed Wednesday as the 2034 World Cup host, saying FIFA has done too little to protect human rights around the tournament. FIFA's 211 member federations are holding an online meeting on Wednesday to rubberstamp the decision to give Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup …

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Norway’s soccer federation plans to abstain from giving its approval when Saudi Arabia is confirmed Wednesday as the 2034 World Cup host, saying FIFA has done too little to protect human rights around the tournament. “FIFA’s own guidelines for human rights and due diligence have also not been adequately integrated into the process, increasing the risk of human …

FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi set to stage 2034 tournament
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi set to stage 2034 tournament

India Today  

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia. BIDS Morocco, Spain and Portugal's combined proposal will see the 2030 World Cup take place across three continents and six …

World Cup hosting decisions set to kick off a decade of scrutiny on Saudi Arabia and FIFA
3 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cup hosting decisions set to kick off a decade of scrutiny on Saudi Arabia and FIFA

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The inevitable result has been clear since last year: Saudi Arabia will be confirmed by FIFA as the 2034 World Cup host on Wednesday. FIFA published each member’s choice in June 2018 in Moscow when the United States, Canada and Mexico won the 2026 World Cup hosting vote 134-65 against Morocco. There is skepticism FIFA and Saudi Arabia …

Head of UN human rights promises advice to FIFA and Saudi Arabia over 2034 World Cup issues
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Head of UN human rights promises advice to FIFA and Saudi Arabia over 2034 World Cup issues

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Two days before FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host, the United Nations’ top human rights official pledged Monday to try to ensure migrant labor standards are “properly respected” around the tournament. On Monday, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, said his organization in Geneva was not directly engaged by FIFA …

The FA 'is still weighing up whether to officially endorse Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid', amid human rights concerns - after Germany controversially gave the Middle Eastern state its backing
3 months, 3 weeks ago

The FA 'is still weighing up whether to officially endorse Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid', amid human rights concerns - after Germany controversially gave the Middle Eastern state its backing

Daily Mail  

The FA is reportedly yet to decide whether it will officially endorse Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup. However, Saudi Arabia's status as potential hosts has proven to be hugely controversial given their human rights record, criminalisation of the LGBTQ+ community and restrictions on women's rights. The FA is reportedly yet to decide whether it will endorse …

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labour
3 months, 3 weeks 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
3 months, 3 weeks 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 months, 4 weeks 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’s Saudi Arabia evaluation ‘an astonishing whitewash’ – Amnesty
3 months, 4 weeks ago

FIFA’s Saudi Arabia evaluation ‘an astonishing whitewash’ – Amnesty

Hindustan Times  

FIFA has been accused of an “astonishing whitewash” over Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid. “FIFA’s evaluation of Saudi Arabia’s World Cup is an astonishing whitewash of the country’s atrocious human rights record,” Amnesty’s head of labour rights and sport Steve Cockburn said. “Unless huge human rights reforms are introduced, people will be exploited, evicted from their homes and even …

Fifa accused of ‘astonishing whitewash’ over Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid
3 months, 4 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid 'medium risk' for human rights: FIFA
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid 'medium risk' for human rights: FIFA

Hindustan Times  

Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup was considered "medium risk" for human rights by FIFA in its evaluation report, which said implementing reforms could take "significant time and effort". "It is important to note that the bid involves significant opportunities for positive human rights impact," added FIFA. "There is good potential that the tournament could serve as …

5 big issues that could block Saudi Arabia's bid to host 2034 FIFA World Cup
3 months, 4 weeks 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 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Two US senators urge FIFA not to pick Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host over human rights risks
4 months ago

Two US senators urge FIFA not to pick Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host over human rights risks

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Two United States senators urged FIFA on Monday not to pick Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host next month in a decision seen as inevitable since last year despite the kingdom’s record on human rights. Democrats Ron Wyden of Oregon and Dick Durbin of Illinois have told FIFA president Gianni Infantino in a letter “we urge …

Germany’s Kimmich says players not political experts before voting for FIFA World Cup 2034
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Germany’s Kimmich says players not political experts before voting for FIFA World Cup 2034

The Hindu  

Germany players should stand for values as role models in society but are no political experts, said new Germany captain Joshua Kimmich on Wednesday ahead of next month’s vote for Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Asked about politics in sport with Saudi Arabia’s bid set to be picked for the World Cup amid human rights concerns, …

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by U.N. rights body for labour law reforms but urged to do more
4 months, 2 weeks ago

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by U.N. 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 was urged — or “recommended,” in the formal diplomatic language of the UN rights body — by French delegate Claire Thuaudet to “pursue the …

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labour law reforms but urged to do more
4 months, 2 weeks 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, …

FIFA urged to avoid awarding 2034 World Cup hosting rights to Saudi Arabia in new Amnesty International report
4 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA urged to avoid awarding 2034 World Cup hosting rights to Saudi Arabia in new Amnesty International report

Hindustan Times  

Saudi Arabia is slowly becoming a powerful force in the football world. According to the Amnesty International and the Sport and Rights Alliance, the World Cup should not be awarded to Saudi Arabia as it could lead to major human rights issues. In a new report, Amnesty and SRA evaluated Morocco, Spain and Portugal, who received the 2030 World Cup …

FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty
4 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty

The Hindu  

FIFA must halt the process to pick Saudi Arabia as hosts of the 2034 World Cup unless major human rights reforms are announced before the vote next month, Amnesty International and the Sport & Rights Alliance have said. “ in line with previous processes for the selection of hosts for the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, …

Amnesty International warns FIFA of ‘real and predictable human cost’ of awarding 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Amnesty International warns FIFA of ‘real and predictable human cost’ of awarding 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

CNN  

CNN — Amnesty International has urged FIFA to halt the process of awarding Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup until major human rights reforms are announced. As part of the bidding process, FIFA states that countries must respect “internationally recognized human rights,” but Amnesty International’s latest report concluded that “neither bid has adequately demonstrated how they have met FIFA’s human …

FIFA urged to put more human rights scrutiny into 2034 World Cup deal with Saudi Arabia
5 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA urged to put more human rights scrutiny into 2034 World Cup deal with Saudi Arabia

The Independent  

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World Cup bidder Saudi Arabia accused of abusing migrant workers ahead of FIFA decision
9 months, 3 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 …

Human rights experts urge FIFA to scrutinize Saudi Arabia before 2034 World Cup vote
10 months ago

Human rights experts urge FIFA to scrutinize Saudi Arabia before 2034 World Cup vote

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — FIFA was urged by international lawyers Wednesday to uphold its own policy and scrutinize Saudi Arabia’s human rights record before picking the kingdom to host the men’s 2034 World Cup. Their paper calls on FIFA to use its leverage now with Saudi Arabia to comply with international human rights standards that the world soccer body’s own policy since …

Post-World Cup, Qatar is pressing ahead with labor reforms but concerns for migrant workers remain
1 year, 1 month 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 …

Post-World Cup, Qatar is pressing ahead with labor reforms but concerns for migrant workers remain
1 year, 1 month ago

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

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The U.N.-backed International Labor Organization says reforms introduced following …

Saudi Arabia hears dozens of countries critique its human rights record at the UN in Geneva
1 year, 2 months ago

Saudi Arabia hears dozens of countries critique its human rights record at the UN in Geneva

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Saudi Arabia had its record on human rights including freedoms for women, prosecutions for freedom of speech, use of the death penalty and alleged killing of migrants at its border with Yemen critiqued at the United Nations on Monday. In the kingdom’s first formal review at the UN Human Rights Council since November 2018, the Saudi Arabia delegation …

In Saudi Arabia’s stellar soccer year, federation boss sees 2034 World Cup fueling more rapid change
1 year, 3 months ago

In Saudi Arabia’s stellar soccer year, federation boss sees 2034 World Cup fueling more rapid change

Associated Press  

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia’s ambitions in soccer were made stunning and clear in 2023, and its upcoming 11-year journey toward hosting the men’s World Cup promises much more of the same. The final FIFA decision must wait until late next year, but there is little doubt Saudi Arabia will add the 2034 World Cup to hosting the 2027 …

A year on from Qatar, this is the real legacy of the 2022 World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

A year on from Qatar, this is the real legacy of the 2022 World Cup

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. Many of the human rights issues documented in the lead-up to the …

One year on from World Cup, Qatar and FIFA urged by rights group to do more for migrant workers
1 year, 4 months ago

One year on from World Cup, Qatar and FIFA urged by rights group to do more for migrant workers

Associated Press  

LONDON — One year after Qatar hosted the men’s World Cup, the gas-rich emirate and soccer governing body FIFA were urged Thursday by human rights group Amnesty International to do more for migrant workers who were essential to prepare the tournament and still face labor abuses. “The abuses related to the 2022 World Cup should serve to remind sporting bodies …

Football heading back to a ‘dark time’ with Saudi Arabia World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Football heading back to a ‘dark time’ with Saudi Arabia World Cup

The Independent  

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Saudi Arabian World Cup in 2034 sparks ‘significant concern’ from major leagues
1 year, 4 months 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, 4 months ago

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

The Independent  

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