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Qatar and the 2022 FIFA World Cup: Politics, Controversy, Change

Qatar and the 2022 FIFA World Cup: Politics, Controversy, Change

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This book provides an academic analysis of the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, exploring the politics and controversy surrounding the event. It examines Qatar's objectives through its investment in global sport and events and the impact of international scrutiny on its social-political changes.

Format: Hardback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


This comprehensive book provides a thorough academic examination of the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, taking a global relations lens to explore the politics and controversies surrounding this highly contentious sports event. The authors delve into the underlying motivations behind Qatar's investment in global sports and events, shedding light on the country's desired objectives. Additionally, the book offers an insightful analysis of the intense international scrutiny that major event hosts, such as Qatar, face during the pre-event stage, examining why these hosts are subjected to such close examination.

Consequently, this text goes beyond providing a mere description of the event and delves into the impact of this scrutiny on Qatar, exploring how it has compelled the country to implement significant social and political changes domestically. By examining the politics and controversies surrounding the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, this book offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of international relations, sports, and society.

The book is organized into several chapters, each dedicated to exploring different aspects of the event and its implications. The first chapter provides an overview of the FIFA World Cup, its history, and the significance of hosting such a major event. The second chapter delves into the political background of Qatar, examining the country's history, government, and relations with its neighbors. The third chapter explores the controversies surrounding the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, including issues such as migrant worker rights, human rights abuses, and the country's treatment of women and LGBTQ+ individuals.

The fourth chapter examines the impact of the international scrutiny on Qatar, exploring how it has forced the country to implement social and political changes. The fifth chapter discusses the future of Qatar's sports and events industry, considering the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the politics and controversies surrounding the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, as well as the broader implications of this event for international relations, sports, and society.

Weight: 380g
Dimension: 152 x 217 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030968212
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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