Qatar fans travel to North America for World Cup support
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:23 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Around 1,000 Qatari fans have arrived in Vancouver for the World Cup amid support for their national team. The fans, transported via chartered jets and lodged in luxury hotels, aim to create a lively atmosphere as Qatar faces Canada. Captain Abdulaziz Hatem expressed gratitude to supporters and emphasized their responsibility to make fans proud. Qatar's initiative is backed by its Social and Sport Contribution Fund, which covers travel expenses and aims to enhance matchday experiences. Previously, Qatar secured a 1-1 draw against Switzerland.
- •1,000 fans are on an all-expenses-paid trip to Vancouver.
- •Fans are staying at the Fairmont and JW Marriott Parq hotels.
- •Qatar drew 1-1 against Switzerland in their last match.
- •The fans' initiative is funded to create a vibrant stadium atmosphere.
- •Qatar aims for better World Cup results after a loss in 2022.
- 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — Qatar fans get government-funded trip to the World Cup to support underdog team
"Qatar brought a cheering section to the World Cup by treating a large contingent of supporters to an all-expenses-paid trip to North America. The fans are staying at posh hotels, including the Fairmont and the JW Marriott Parq. “First of all I would like to thank everyone who went the extra mile and made the journey out here,” captain Abdulaziz Hatem said.
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