Qatar has backed down on its vow to allow beer at stadiums, and some fans are concerned that LGBTQ fans could...
Digital Desk: Sponsors at the FIFA World Cup have voiced concerns with FIFA over their contracts for the Qatar World Cup as authorities in Qatar compelled them to restrict alcohol from stadiums, according to a report by the news agency The Guardian.
The Qatari authorities' decision has complicated the $75 million contract with Anheuser-Busch InBev, the brewer of Budweiser. According to people acquainted with the developments, sponsors felt let down by FIFA, and there were concerns about contract violations and going back on promises.
Alcohol will not be sold within or outside the perimeter of World Cup stadiums, according to FIFA. Following the announcement of the stadium beer ban, FIFA is concerned that it will face legal action from Budweiser if Qatar does not agree to pay the beverage company.
The organizers had stated that alcohol will be available in match venues and fan zones and would be reasonably priced. Qatar is a conservative country with Islamic rules that forbid drinking.
Alcohol will be served during matches, but only in Luxe boxes, where the smallest suites cost roughly £20,000 per game. After 7 p.m., it will also be sold in some fan zones for approximately £12 for 500ml of Budweiser.
The Football Supporters' Association informed the Guardian that they are concerned about the Qatar government's other pledges. They are concerned that weather Qataris will keep their promises about lodging, transportation, and cultural difficulties.
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