Reports from the World Cup in Qatar have revealed that fans, including large numbers of British supporters, were funnelled onto overcrowded concourses, with queues for food and drink stretching for hours. Witnesses describe scenes of chaos and near-panic, with families separated and elderly fans struggling in the heat. The incident has reignited concerns over safety standards at the tournament, particularly given the UK's stringent regulations governing stadium capacity and emergency exits.
Labour MP Lisa Nandy called the situation 'a disaster waiting to happen,' urging FIFA to revise its protocols. For British fans who paid thousands for the experience, the ordeal has left a bitter taste, raising questions about the price of hosting mega events in nations with different safety cultures.
