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The 2022 FIFA World Cup, the biggest football spectacular of the year, began on November 20 in Qatar. The tournament has only been going for four days, but because of the strict regulations the Qatari government has put in place, there have already been a number of controversies. Qatar’s authorities have made it clear that they want to be welcoming to the supporters, but they also expect everyone to respect their traditions and laws. The laws and cultural practises of Qatar, particularly its rules around alcohol, drugs, sexuality, and dress code, have been asked by fans.
Here is the list of banned things:
Alcohol
Officials made the unexpected announcement that viewers won’t be able to drink beer at the nation’s eight World Cup stadiums just two days before the tournament’s opening match. The Guardian reports that alcohol will only be sold in hospitality boxes and in fan zones after 7 p.m. for £12 (Rs. 1164) for a 500ml bottle of Budweiser.
Food
Food of any kind cannot be brought in, except for food for babies or when it is necessary for medical reasons, according to Yahoo News. The kiosks located on the stadiums’ first floors will serve food and soft drinks to spectators.
Rainbow Hats
The Arab country that forbids homosexuality clamped down on wearers of Rainbow T-shirts and hats. A former football player was ordered to take off a rainbow bucket hat before entering the stadium, and an American journalist was reportedly momentarily detained by security personnel on Monday when he attempted to enter the World Cup stadium wearing a rainbow-themed t-shirt. The FIFA World Cup 2022 would also forbid fans from flying pride flags.
Revealing clothes
It has been suggested that foreign visitors wear clothing that is not overly exposing. According to Qatari legislation, if one doesn’t do this and shows too much skin, they might potentially go to jail.
The official tourism website for Qatar states, “Although there is no strict dress code in Qatar, visitors (both men and women) are nonetheless asked to respect the local way of life by refraining from wearing unnecessarily revealing clothing in public. In general, it is advised that both men and women wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees.”
Playing football
Fans have been instructed not to play the game outside the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, which is one of the greatest ironies ever. On Wednesday afternoon, a small group of visitors from various nations decided to play a quick game. However, authorities quickly intervened and told the group to disperse, according to Metro.
Singing And Chanting On Metro
It is typical for fans at a major sporting event to be a little boisterous while cheering on their team. Fans have been asked to tone down the “noise,” though. According to a Daily Star report, police in Qatar warned enthusiastic World Cup supporters they were chanting too loudly after receiving a complaint from an irate local on the metro.
Sporting Equipment And Inflatable Items
Frisbees, bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, kick scooters, electric scooters, and inflatable objects like balloons are prohibited within the stadium, according to Stuff.co.nz. The activities do not allow the use of large goods like steps, benches, folding chairs, crates, cardboard containers, umbrellas, large bags, backpacks, luggage, and sports bags.
Musical Instruments
According to a Sky News report, loud noise-making equipment and devices are not permitted inside the stadium. This applies to whistles, loudspeakers, vuvuzelas, etc.
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