Welsh footy fans were forced to cancel their World Cup party at the last minute after Qatari authorities banned the sale of alcohol.
Welsh footy fans were forced to cancel theirGol Cymru, a charity helping underprivileged children, was hoping to host a get-together ahead of Wales’ match with Iran.But the sudden booze ban, which prohibits the sale of alcohol before 12pm, has scuppered their pre-match event at the InterContinental hotel in Doha.
Gol Cymru organiser Leigh James told fans: ‘The hotel have been in discussions with the Qatari authorities overnight and unfortunately, as it is with‘Therefore we have had to take the decision to cancel the pre-match event and offer you two options.’UK Foreign Office reminded fans it is an offence to drink alcohol or be drunk in public in Qatar, with alcohol only available at hotels and other designated places.
However, corporate ticket holders, who pay thousands for a seat, do not have any alcohol restrictions.Not all hope is lost for the charity, though, as they are aiming to arrange two more parties after the match and a later date on November 29. Mr James added: ‘Once again on behalf of the hotel I apologise, however I have learnt that in Qatar to always expect the unexpected.
‘Please understand this is Qatar and many things are totally out of my control, I am frustrated as the next person when they make last-minute decisions.’
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