FAI and FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Ahead of the opening game in the FIFA World Cup 2022, the FAI has made clear its position around the important and ongoing debate around human rights issues and the protection of migrant workers in the host country, Qatar.
The Association has corresponded with Amnesty International Ireland ahead of the tournament and has stated clearly its strong belief that football can be a positive force to highlight inequalities in society and should be a catalyst for real, positive and sustainable societal change.
Speaking ahead of Sunday’s kick-off, FAI CEO Jonathan Hill said: “The FAI supports the call for the protection and support of migrant workers and their families and for basic human rights for women and the LGBTQ+ community to be respected at all times.
“We trust that the significant media attention on the Tournament in the coming days and weeks will do much to shine a light on these important issues and that football can reflect on the role it can play in effecting societal change.”
