Qatar World Cup: Beer Sales To Be Banned At Stadiums — Reports

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Qatari officials have banned the sale of alcoholic beer at World Cup stadiums in an abrupt U-turn on alcohol policy just days before the tournament begins.

The U-turn is the latest change in the evolving plan on alcohol sales at the tournament, which has steadily increased tensions between Fifa, world football’s global governing body, and Qatari officials.

The sale of alcohol is strictly controlled in Qatar but was due to be available in areas immediately outside stadiums, within fan zones, and hotels throughout the World Cup.

However, Budweiser, one of Fifa’s biggest sponsors, was told last week to relocate stalls selling its products at stadiums to less prominent locations.