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Japan left the world shocked with their OSOJI Tradition

22Nov

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

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Japan left the world shocked with their OSOJI Tradition

In the ongoing FIFA World Cup, Japan sets another mark to follow. After the match between Qatar and Ecuador, Japan fans start cleaning the stadium considered as part of their OSOJI culture. Qatari fans shared the videos that have millions of views already. Japan is a nation full of old traditions and etiquette. They often show acts which left the world shocked and impressed at the same moment. A similar incident happened in the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Just before the match between Japan and Germany, a match was held between Qatar and Ecuador. After the match, thousands of fans left their garbage behind for the cleaning team. But Japanese fans stayed to clean their mess. Not their seats and aisles. They even cleaned up the whole stadium. A Qatari resident who was in manage...

Shaheen Afridi is not a part of series against England

21Nov

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

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Shaheen Afridi is not a part of series against England

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chief Selector Muhammad Wasim confirmed the 18-player squad for December’s three ICC World Test Championship matches during a press conference at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium as the Babar Azam-led side gear up for the upcoming series against England. The first Test will begin on December 1 in Rawalpindi followed by the second in Multan on December 9 and third the in Karachi from December 17. The opening Test will be England's first on Pakistan soil in 17 years. And will go ahead in Rawalpindi as planned originally. After the potential of political unrest had raised the prospects of a switch to Karachi. PCB announced 18 player team earlier for the upcoming test series. Muhammad Wasim told the media that all boys are geared up to play against England under ...

21Nov

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

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BBC Sports faces backlash after disowning FIFA opening ceremony

FIFA World Cup 2022 started in Qatar yesterday. With all the stars performing at the event. BBC Sports opted to point out controversies instead of live telecast of the opening ceremony. BBC Sports decision to not air the opening ceremony of the World Cup live during main coverage on Sunday has brought criticism from many sports fans. FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 opening ceremony was held at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Qatar. Where African American movie star Morgan Freeman was among the guests, with Korean K-pop star Jungkook performing a mini-concert. BBC is facing major backlash from fans all over the world. BBC Sports relegated the ceremony to the "Red Button" service and online. However, BBC One decided not to air the ceremony live but rather mentioned human rights and alleged ac...

We can’t change Qatar’s religion for 28 days: Says FIFA security head

21Nov

By Muhammad Dastageer ShamsNo Comments

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We can’t change Qatar’s religion for 28 days: Says FIFA security head

Qatar is not hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup in order to alter its long-standing laws and Qatar’s religion. FIFA World Cup 2022 has started with full passion and craze in Qatar. However, ongoing controversies have forced Qatar’s FIFA Security head for some strong remarks. Qatar has its rules and if people want to enjoy the world cup this year, they have to follow them. Major General Abdulaziz Abdullah Al-Ansari is serving as the FIFA World Cup 2022 head of security. He claimed that the brief 28-day event would not persuade the traditionally conservative Qatar's nation to convert to another religion. The western powers need the host nation to permit the use of the rainbow flag during the competition. However, despite FIFA's apparent willingness to do so in and around stadiums. Qatar is ...

Qatar’s FIFA Stadium 974 is all made up of Containers

21Nov

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Qatar’s FIFA Stadium 974 is all made up of Containers

Stadium 974 is a football stadium in Ras Abu Aboud, Doha, Qatar. It is first temporary stadium ever used at a World Cup achieving five star rating under the Global Sustainability Assessment System, reported Qatar news agency. FIFA Stadium 974 is incredibly made stadium with containers catching attraction of all over the world. The capacity of Stadium is 40,000. It is constructed with prefabricated and steel materials which reduced construction time and waste dispose. Stadium 974 received both a category A* construction management grade and a five-star GSAS design and build classification under the rating system, which was overseen by the Gulf Organization for Research and Development. 974 establishes new norms for the design and use of sustainable venues as the first FIFA-complia...