Next, the World Cup: after Arab Cup, Qatar faces bigger test

Algerian rejoicing at Saturday's 2-0 extra-time win over Tunisia in the final -- exactly a year before the 2022 World Cup decider, and with FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the stands -- will have been accompanied by satisfaction from Qatari officials.

Qatars Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani (2nd-R) touring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (C) as they visit Lusail Stadium. AFP PHOTO

By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

Qatar passed their first test with a successful hosting of the Arab Cup but bigger challenges lie ahead when 1.2 million fans and 32 international teams arrive for the World

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Next, the World Cup: after Arab Cup, Qatar faces bigger test

Algerian rejoicing at Saturday's 2-0 extra-time win over Tunisia in the final -- exactly a year before the 2022 World Cup decider, and with FIFA president Gianni Infantino in the stands -- will have been accompanied by satisfaction from Qatari officials.

Qatars Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani (2nd-R) touring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (C) as they visit Lusail Stadium. AFP PHOTO

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