The controversy surrounding the 2022 World Cup in Qatar continues to escalate, with new allegations of corruption emerging. Jack Warner, a former FIFA member, has been accused of receiving approximately 1.5 million euros from a Qatari company owned by Mohamed Bin Hammam, a former representative of Qatar in FIFA. It’s alleged that part of this sum was paid to Warner and his family shortly after Qatar was awarded the hosting rights for the World Cup.
These allegations have prompted investigations by the FBI, raising questions about Warner’s potential legal consequences. Moreover, amidst ongoing controversies surrounding the tournament, including concerns about worker conditions and the timing of the event (summer or winter), there are now calls for the withdrawal of Qatar’s hosting privileges if the allegations are proven true. The situation remains fluid, with developments expected to unfold in the coming days and weeks.
