‘Greatest Opening’: Global Reactions As ’22 FIFA World Cup Takes Off In Qatar

Oyinlola Awonuga
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‘Greatest Opening’: Global Reactions As ’22 FIFA World Cup Takes Off In Qatar [Images]

As the 2022 FIFA World Cup gets underway in Qatar today, Sunday November 20 2022, football fans across the globe have continued to express excitement through their social media platforms.

Thirty-two teams will participate in the World Cup, which will be held from November 20 to December 18. The first match kicked off with the Ecuadorian team, clashing with the host team, Qatar.

Meanwhile, massive reactions have trailed the paraphernalia of the opening ceremony as #FIFAWorldCup is currently the number trend on Twitter. Also, football fans have stated that, it is the best WorldCup Opening they have seen so far.

Read some reactions:
@torideca
Wow amazing what technology can do. To synchronize and design all that with the timing release of the fireworks, unbelievable! Thanks for sharing Tansu. It’s breathtaking ❤️

@_Habsonflow
Imo this World Cup opening ceremony is the best I’ve seen so far. This is my 6th #WorldCup

@Mohamma
The Greatest Opening of a Stadium in History.🤍

However, the organisers have asked fans to be mindful of Qatar’s laws and cultural customs, including policies for alcohol, drugs, sexuality and dress code.

Speaking specifically about the choice of attire, tourists might need to rethink their outfits as various restrictions have been imposed by Qatar, sparking angst among fans from liberal countries in the world, including Western nations.

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