Fans enjoy World Cup from a distance at Dubai festival

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DUBAI (Reuters) - Soccer fans in Dubai were jubilant on Sunday as they watched the opening match of the 2022 World Cup in neighbouring Qatar at a fan festival in the region's commercial hub.

The BudX FIFA Fan Festival in Dubai featured big screens, beer and other drinks on an artificial island off the city's buzzing Marina district, with the skyline as a backdrop.

Speaking before the match she said:"I wish them all the luck and I wish my country and my team all the luck in the world." Qatar's ruler opened the World Cup on Sunday urging people of all races and orientations to put aside differences, as the host nation faced criticism over its treatment of foreign workers and LGBT rights.

"So we wanted to come to Dubai to be part of the opening of the ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup," said Elvia Marciel, an American tourist."We are so happy and thrilled to be here and part of the Asian and Middle Eastern celebration and all the mixtures of cultures."

 

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