The fans visiting the Middle-Eastern country for FIFA World Cup 2022 have to cover their shoulders, knees said the Qatar government guidelines.
The guidelines have garnered criticism from across the world for asking the fans flocking to the country to wear appropriate clothes.
The statement issued by Qatar Tourism reads, “Attitudes towards dressing in Qatar are relaxed, but visitors (men as well as women) are expected to show respect for the local culture by avoiding excessively revealing clothes in public. It is generally recommended for men and women to ensure their shoulders and knees are covered.”
Meanwhile, the guidelines have requested fans to respect the decision including its restrictions on drinking, drugs, sexual activity, and attire.
However, from 20 November 2022 FIFA World Cup will begin and will go on till 18 December. The first match will be played between the Ecuadorian team and the host team.
However, Qatar (Hosts), Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Spain, Belgium, Portugal, Germany, The Netherlands, Uruguay, Croatia, Denmark, Mexico, the United States, Senegal, Wales, Poland, Australia, Japan, Morocco, Switzerland, Ghana, Korea Republic, Cameroon, Serbia, Canada, Costa Rica, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Ecuador qualified for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Furthermore, in 8 different stadiums across the middle-eastern nation of Qatar the World Cup 2022 will be played at Lusail Iconic Stadium, Al Bayt Stadium, Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Khalifa International Stadium, Stadium 974, Al Thumama Stadium, Education City Stadium, Al Wakrah Sports Complex.