2022 World Cup hosts Qatar have decided to allow ‘a small number’ of gay marriages in an attempt to bring some moderate winds and light rainfall so that the competition can be held in the summer, inspired by the ravings of UKIP councillor David Silvester.
Posted: Jan 22nd, 2014
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Fifa has played down claims from its own general secretary that the 2022 World Cup can take place in Qatar only if the country is transported, sandbag by sandbag, somewhere else.
Posted: Jan 11th, 2014
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The international governing body for competitive Sauna, FISA, has surprisingly selected Qatar to hold the prestigious Sauna World Championships in 2022 despite hot favourites Norway already having extensive, world-class facilities in place.
Posted: Oct 7th, 2013
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Claims that a mere $30bn has been stolen so far in connection with preparations for the Sochi Olympic Winter Games have been met with barely concealed derision by representatives from the world‘s major sporting organisations and other international bodies.
Posted: May 31st, 2013
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A man who yesterday shook hands with embattled FIFA president Sepp Blatter has sought to downplay the significance of his actions and apologise for any offence he may have caused.
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