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Qatar upbeat about World Cup 2022, but worried about finances

Last Updated: Monday, December 6, 2010, 16:49

Qatar, the host for the 2022 FIFA WC, needs billions of dollars to set up the infrastructure for the sports extravaganza. But that hasn`t dampened the spirit of delighted Qataris on being made the host for the football event.

Qatar World Cup could be held in January – Beckenbauer

Last Updated: Saturday, December 4, 2010, 13:41

The 2022 soccer World Cup in Qatar could take place in January or February to avoid the scorching temperatures of the summer months in the desert state, FIFA Executive Committee member Franz Beckenbauer said on Saturday.