We are just two sleeps away from the start of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, and here is a new update for the fans attending the mega event. Of all the latest guidelines issued that made some headlines, the rise in prices for alcohol and tickets got everyone talking.

New guidelines for FIFA World Cup fans visiting Qatar, record-high ticket costs raise eyebrows

In a major turn of events, the FIFA World Cup organisers on Friday announced that beer will not be sold to fans inside the stadiums in Qatar. As reported by several media outlets, this shocking call has come after the intervention of the royal family into the matter just two days before the start of the showpiece event.

Ahead of World Cup, Qatar does a U-Turn on beer sale, FIFA’s $75mn Budweiser deal in limbo

Fans will be able to raise a drink while celebrating the goals and victories of their favourite teams during the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar this year. Qatar has decided to allow beer sales during the tournament despite the strict restrictions on alcohol in the Muslim nation.

Raise a drink! Qatar to allow beers sales at FIFA World Cup 2022 matches 3 hours before kick-off