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Head of UEFA, Michel Platini, has leant his support to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar under two conditions; those of timing and geography.
The European football boss told Bild newspaper: “Because of the heat the World Cup will need to be held in winter. With over 40 degrees (Celsius) playing football is impossible and for the fans it would also be unbearable.
“Also, the neighbouring emirates must be included so that the World Cup is staged throughout the entire region.”
The timing of the 2022 tournament has been an intense topic of conversation since Qatar was controversially awarded the World Cup by FIFA in 2010. Traditionally held in the summer, arguments have taken place as to whether the heat in the Gulf will be too much for players and fans alike. Alternative plans for the first ever winter tournament – when temperatures will be closer to 17 degrees Celsius – have been mooted but as yet there is no working group within FIFA to review the idea.
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