FIFA receives huge 'red flag' after Qatar World Cup warm-up games as 'unusual' trend spotted
Five of Qatar's seven warm-up matches have reportedly been played behind closed doors, with sponsors kept at arm's length and minimal information leaked.
While even FIFA's match-monitoring partners have struggled to access data on the matches in question, coach Felix Sanchez's preparation has included draws against Jamaica and Chile, as well than a loss to Canada.
All eyes have been on Qatar over the past two weeks as the first country in the Middle East to host the World Cup since its inception in 1930.
The country's alcohol policy has been a focus of concern, with sponsors of the Budweiser tournament having been hit by pressure from the Qatari royal family.
Five of Qatar's seven warm-up matches have reportedly been played behind closed doors, with sponsors kept at arm's length and minimal information leaked.
While even FIFA's match-monitoring partners have struggled to access data on the matches in question, coach Felix Sanchez's preparation has included draws against Jamaica and Chile, as well than a loss to Canada.
All eyes have been on Qatar over the past two weeks as the first country in the Middle East to host the World Cup since its inception in 1930.
The country's alcohol policy has been a focus of concern, with sponsors of the Budweiser tournament having been hit by pressure from the Qatari royal family.
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