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FIFA to start Men's World Cup early to give host nation Qatar a prime-time kick-off

While there is already plenty of controversy around World Cup 2022, the start of the Men's World Cup is to be brought forward by one day so that hosts Qatar can play the opening game, a change that comes three months before the sporting spectacle begins.

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Qatar to Kick off World Cup as Finals Brought Forward by One Day

This year's World Cup in Qatar will start a day earlier than originally scheduled with the opening ceremony now taking place before the host nation kick off the tournament on Sunday, Nov. 20 against Ecuador, world governing body FIFA said on Thursday. The original plan was for the opening ceremony…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Qatar vs Ecuador to kick off FIFA World Cup 2022 on 20 November

FIFA fans will be able to witness the opening match and ceremony of this year's tournament at Al Bayt Stadium at 7 pm. Read more on Dynamite News:

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Start of 2022 FIFA World Cup brought forward by a day to November 20

Qatar will now play Ecuador in the 2022 FIFA World Cup opener in Doha on November 20, stretching the World Cup to 29 days from the earlier agreed 28 days

The Hindu

FIFA moves World Cup start forward by one day to November 20

2022 World Cup will kick off with opening ceremony followed by game between host Qatar and Ecuador in Al Bayt Stadium.

Al Jazeera

World Cup to kick off day earlier than planned as Qatar opener brought forward

England will still be involved in the second game of the tournament as the Senegal-Holland match has been rescheduled.

The Independent UK

FIFA confirm 2022 World Cup will kick off a day earlier than planned with Qatar clash moved

The World Cup in Qatar will kick off a day earlier than previously scheduled, FIFA confirmed on Thursday.

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World Cup 2022: Fifa confirm new start date for tournament in Qatar

Qatar’s game with Ecuador, originally scheduled for Monday 21 November, has been moved to the Sunday

The Independent UK

Inside England team's luxury World Cup hotel - with 2ft thick walls and a private beach

England's World Cup hotel has been revealed as the luxurious Souq Hotel in Qatar, complete with a peaceful private beach, 2ft thick walls and a plethora of food options to chose from

Daily Mirror

England World Cup 2022 squad: Who’s on the plane, who’s in contention and who has work to do?

Who will be part of Gareth Southgate’s final squad for Qatar?

The Independent UK

FIFA in talks over Qatar World Cup start date proposal

The World Cup could start earlier than planned if the proposal is accepted

Liverpool Echo

FIFA in talks over request for World Cup to kick off a day earlier than planned

The World Cup could begin a day earlier than planned after a proposal was put to FIFA requesting hosts Qatar kick off the finals.

The National (Scotland)

Qatar World Cup could start a day earlier than scheduled

Opening ceremony and Qatar versus Ecuador match could be played on November 20, according to a proposal put forward.

Al Jazeera

FIFA set to change Qatar 2022 World Cup start date months before competition begins

Football's most prestigious tournament is set to be held midway through the Premier League season for the first time in history.

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Evening Standard

World Cup kick-off moved forward a day to allow hosts Qatar to play first game

FIFA will move the start of the 2022 World Cup forward by a day to allow host nation Qatar to play first.

The Independent UK

2022 World Cup in Qatar set to start day earlier than originally planned

Qatar’s game with Ecuador, originally scheduled for Monday 21 November, is now expected to be moved to the Sunday

Asharq Al-Awsat

FIFA Looks to Start World Cup in Qatar 1 Day Earlier

The World Cup in Qatar could start one day earlier than scheduled with FIFA looking at a plan to let the host nation play Ecuador on Nov. 20, a person familiar with the proposal told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person said a decision could be made within days…

The Independent UK

FIFA looks to start World Cup in Qatar 1 day earlier

The World Cup in Qatar could start one day earlier than scheduled

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Daily Mirror

World Cup start date to be changed by FIFA months before Qatar 2022 tournament

FIFA are set to confirm that this year's World Cup finals in Qatar will start one day earlier to allow the host nation to kick-off the tournament against Ecuador

Asharq Al-Awsat

Emir of Qatar, Egypt’s Sisi Discuss Latest Developments

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani telephoned on Tuesday Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. The talks tackled the bilateral relations between their countries and ways to bolster them. They also addressed the latest regional and international developments, especially those taking place in the Palestinian Gaza Strip.

The Guardian - AU

‘The US let him go free’: release of terrorist who killed unarmed Australian soldiers shows contempt for ally, family says

Exclusive: Father of one of three soldiers slain by Hekmatullah says Australia was ‘sidelined’ in deal between US and Taliban to release terrorist from prison

Asharq Al-Awsat

Qatar Hosts Signing of Peace Pact between Chad Govt, Rebels

Chad's military government signed a pledge Monday with more than 40 rebel groups and opposition figures ahead of planned national reconciliation talks, though the deal did not include the country's main rebel group. Under the terms of the deal in Doha, those who signed have agreed to a ceasefire ahead…

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Saudi Arabia Operates New Salwa Crossing with Qatar

Prince Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Eastern Province, launched on Monday the trial operation of the passengers’ section at the new Salwa crossing, which links Saudi Arabia with Qatar. He noted that the crossing would primarily contribute to enhancing vehicle and passenger traffic, in addition to promoting…

Sports Illustrated

Brazil Reveals Its 2022 World Cup Kits

The South American giants are considered one of the favorites in Qatar this fall, and they’ll bring their classic look—and a unique twist—to the competition.

Al Jazeera

Qatar welcomes Israel-Gaza truce stopping the ‘waste of blood’

Doha has taken part in efforts alongside international actors to quickly halt hostilities and avoid more casualties.

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