FIFA had set Tuesday, October 31, as the deadline to submit a bid to host the tournament
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Saudi Arabia set to host 2034 FIFA World Cup, after Australia withdraws bid
Saudi Arabia submitted an official bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup last month, first announcing their intention early October
Brazil
Pele enthralled the Middle East much before the Qatar World Cup
The Brazilian football legend toured the Middle East and North Africa on many occasions, including a tour of the Gulf in 1973
FIFA
UK bans over 1,300 ‘violent’ English, Welsh fans from travelling to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Those failing to comply with these measures could be sentenced to prison for up to six months, and will also face an unlimited fine
FIFA
Qatar World Cup to kick off on November 20 – a day earlier than planned
Previous World Cup tournaments would typically feature the host nation in the opening match – but organisers initially scheduled Qatar’s first game as the third of four matches on November 21
football
Manchester City announces 19 percent growth in yearly revenue to $780 million
Manchester City finished the season with the Premier League title, won the Carabao Cup, and reached the Champions League final
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Arsenal
Emirates helps Arsenal prepare for Premier League run in with training camp in Dubai
Arsenal is wrapping up their winter training in Dubai
CCTV
Video: Football clubs use tech to battle racism in stadiums
Football clubs increase measures to fight the rise of racism amongst fans locally and abroad.
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi’s Man City appeal possible Champions League ban
Abu Dhabi-owned City are in danger of being kicked out of future editions of the Champions League
Champions League
Video: Why Western Europe dominates football
Climate and geography have helped the region’s national and club teams to dominate world football – and draws a parallel between today’s Champions League and the Scientific Revolution of the 16th and 17th centuries.
Al Ain
Al Ain stuns River Plate in Club World Cup semi-final
Al Ain will face the winner of the match-up between Real Madrid and Japan’s Kashima Antlers
Britain
Video: How David Beckham became a brand
David Beckham was once one of the highest paid soccer players in the world, but his success has extended well beyond the pitch. This is the story of how he made himself into one of the most recognisable brands in the world.
