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URC will not hold league matches in US or Qatar

MARTIN Anayi, the United Rugby Championship’s chief executive, yesterday played down the chances of holding league matches in either Qatar or the…

The National (Scotland)

Leeds United's World Cup hopefuls' chances assessed as Jack Harrison and Pascal Struijk impress

A number of Leeds players will be aiming to play in Qatar this November

Leeds Live

Today's rugby news as new Lions team set to be formed and URC games tipped to be played in Qatar

These are you rugby headlines on Tuesday, September 6.

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Qatar Central Bank Issues Treasury Bills Valued at $163.3 Mln for Sept.

The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued treasury bills for September for three, six and nine months, with a value of QR 600 million ($163.6 million). In a statement, QCB said the treasury bills were distributed as follows: QR 300 million for three months at an interest rate of 1.09 percent,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

EU's Michel to discuss energy on Qatar trip this week - Qatari official

European Council President Charles Michel will hold talks with major gas producer Qatar on Europe's energy crisis during a visit to Doha this week, a Qatari government official said on Sunday.

Reuters

Iran's Hopes for World Cup Surprise Threatened by Infighting

Iran hopes history will repeat itself at this November's World Cup in Qatar, 24 years after overcoming a fractious build-up to score a memorable triumph over the United States - the country's decades-long geopolitical rival - in France. As the teams prepare to clash again, and their governments wrangle over…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Thomas Frank calls for ‘nightmare’ Ivan Toney to make England’s World Cup squad after Brentford hat-trick

Thomas Frank backed Ivan Toney to make a late run into the England squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after the Brentford striker hit a hat-trick in a 5-2 win over Leeds.

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World Cup organisers in Qatar finalize policy to allow beer sales to fans

Organizers of the World Cup in Qatar have finalized a policy to serve beer with alcohol to soccer fans at stadiums and fan zones in the Muslim-majority country.

France 24

Watch: Dramatic aerial footage shows scale of flood devastation in Pakistan

Pakistan health authorities have expressed concern about the risk of water-born diseases spreading in flood-ravaged areas. With large swathes of the country covered in murky flood waters, the death toll surged past 1,200 on Friday.The United Nations and Pakistan have jointly issued an appeal for 160 million US dollars in…

Evening Standard

Arab, Western Demands to Implement Resolution 2254, Continue Cross-Border Aid to Syria

The representatives of 11 Arab and Western States, as well as the Arab League and the European Union, called Thursday on all Syrian parties to resume the meetings of the Constitutional Committee and to implement UN Security Council resolution 2254. Representatives of Saudi Arabia, the Arab League, Egypt, the European Union, France,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

David Beckham slammed for ‘perfect’ Qatar promotion

David Beckham prompted fresh criticism from human rights campaigners after the former footballer gushed over Qatar in a new advert.

The New Daily

Iran puts FIFA World Cup trophy on display for 1st time

Iran on Thursday put the FIFA World Cup trophy on display for the first time, part of the trophy’s global tour ahead of the tournament that kicks off in neighboring Qatar in November

The Independent UK

Beckham berated for video praising Qatar

Human rights campaigners on Thursday slammed David Beckham for fronting a glossy publicity campaign praising World Cup host Qatar as “perfection”, despite concerns over its rights record.

Bangkok Post

‘Great pride’: Yamashita excited to make World Cup referee breakthrough

Yoshimi Yamashita, one of the three women to take charge of matches at the Qatar World Cup, has said: ‘I want it to be seen as normal for women to referee men’s games’

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The Independent UK

David Beckham criticised after appearing in promotional video for Qatar Tourism

David Beckham is an ambassador for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar, where thousands of migrant workers have died over the past decade and where the rights of women and gay people are restricted

Asharq Al-Awsat

Education Occupies 40% of Saudis' Savings Plans

A recent survey commissioned by Zurich International Life (Zurich), part of Zurich Insurance Group, revealed that only 4 out of 10 parents in Saudi Arabia have a savings plan dedicated to educating their children. According to the survey, a copy of which was obtained by Asharq Al-Awsat, 32 % of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Qatar Says it Will Build World's Biggest Blue Ammonia Plant

Qatar announced Wednesday that it will build the world's biggest plant making blue ammonia -- one of the new fuels being touted as a cleaner energy source. Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi said the plant would cost $1.2 billion and start production in early 2026. State-owned Qatar Energy, a firm that…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Regragui Appointed Morocco Coach Ahead of World Cup

Former Moroccan international Walid Regragui has been appointed head coach of the national side just three months before the 2022 World Cup, the football federation announced Wednesday. The 46-year-old takes over from Franco-Bosnian Vahid Halilhodzic, who was dismissed on August 11 because of "differences of opinion" over preparations for the…

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Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Announces Multiple Entry Visa for Qatar’s FIFA World Cup Fans with Hayya Card

The United Arab Emirates has announced an integrated program supporting holders of the “Hayya” card issued by FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which will take place this year from November 20 to December 18. According to a statement, a copy of which was obtained by Asharq Al-Awsat, the program comes…

The Guardian - UK

Inflation pushes average cost of filling Panini 2022 World Cup sticker album to £870

Five-sticker packs for football tournament in Qatar are 12.5% more than for Russia 2018

Daily Record

Celtic and Rangers clash sees Carter Vickers, Tillman and Sands earn chance to rubber stamp World Cup ticket

The US will face England, Wales and Iran and in Qatar and the trio are eyeing their seat on the plane.

The Independent UK

Brother’s alleged extortion video prompts response from Paul Pogba

The 29-year-old is set to defend the World Cup he won with France in 2018 at the upcoming tournament in Qatar.

Football London

Bold Reece James and Raheem Sterling Chelsea claim ahead of FIFA Qatar World Cup 2022

Both England players made a real stake for their positions in the Three Lions' first team as Gareth Southgate faces a selection headache ahead of the November kick-off

Al Jazeera

Iran reviewing US nuclear deal response as Qatar mediates

Media affiliated with Iran’s security apparatus signals an Iranian response is not expected until Friday at least.

Wales Online

Wales' World Cup kit 'leaked' by Welsh DJ Jamie Jones at Creamfields

Wales' strip, which they will be wearing at the tournament in Qatar, has been leaked on social media

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