Russia, Qatar get World Cups in 2018 and 2022

[Resha]

FIFA sent the World Cup into uncharted territory Thursday, handing the 2018 edition to Russia and going to Qatar in 2022.
Qatar brings the World Cup to the smallest host ever but one which has unparalleled financial clout to stage the world’s biggest single-sport event. It overcame objections about holding the games in desert heat and asked FIFA to take a “bold gamble.”

After three days of high anxiety when England sent Prime Minister David Cameron, Prince William and David Beckham for intense lobbying and the United States counted on the aura of former President Bill Clinton, none were a match for the novelty promised by Qatar and Russia.

For those whose wondering where Qatar is, well its located outside of the Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
Arabic (official), English commonly used as a second language
Muslim 95%
crude oil production and refining, fertilizers, petrochemicals, steel reinforcing bars, cement
Agriculture fruits, vegetables; poultry, dairy products, beef; fish

 

[RauCous]

Yes USA and England were both angry lol

 

[Duckmanpig]

lmao england boldface. they have a whole 1hr special on alleged fraud in FIFA and them turn round and ask them to host world cup? too damn chupid

 

[RauCous]

Haha them on bacchanal, really full of it too, i remember they said that the special report could "hurt chances" of selection looks like it completely killed off chances :lmfao:

 

[wasi90lk]

World cup in Qatar, hmm.

I think Qatar is completely capable of hosting this mega event, they are financially doing well.

 

[bizarrio]

Both Russia and Qatar are capable of hosting world events, I think it was a great decision from FIFA.