The Qatar World Cup Explained - Episode One

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The Qatar World Cup has provoked strong and sometimes conflicting, reactions in many people.
In this series of videos, written by James Montague and illustrated by Alice Devine, Tifo explains why the World Cup in the Gulf State is so controversial.
How did Qatar get into a position to be able to host a World Cup? What is the history of Qatar? Why did the country want this tournament?
This episode begins in 1990 with three seemingly unconnected events: The publication of the Taylor Report, the independence of Lithuania, and the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq.
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[@Tifo]

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[@tigercap100]

Omg. Your assessment of Thatcherism is so wrong. You far left propagandists. I was there.

[@theowl3756]

Excellent Video...!!! As a professor of International relations I want to congratulate you for presenting historical facts with exquisite simplicity.....It was honest and direct....Some may see it as history oversimplified. But given the time and the space, you have produced an excellent documentary.

[@jonnovember2136]

This world cup 2022 is stab in liberties & freedom's back! WE AS NON RICH HAS NO RIGHTS & TERRORIST NATION CAN DO AS THEY WILL...

[@dylanparker130]

Fascinating to reflect that the Hillsborough disaster led to the modernisation of football grounds, while the Heysel disaster catalysed the formation of the Premier League (as a result of the European ban that was imposed on English clubs).

[@Palestineexists]

This still smells of sponsored content, PR and Arab Gulf state sports washing.

[@MattOlsen294]

Proof that Joe Devine could commentate on anything and make it majestic. Serious talent and an amazing voice.

[@kidbraxyricky659]

Finally you said it, I agree with you that this voice is amazing

[@Chewiebakke]

Yep. I want his voice on my sat nav!

[@GuinessOriginal]

Done in an Adam Curtis style

[@Silphwave]

@@GuinessOriginal Yep, this was definitely inspired by Trauma Zone

[@GuinessOriginal]

@@Silphwave an Adam Curtis tifo collab on a football centred documentary would be powerful

[@rummanraihan4570]

This is an incredible watch. Tifo always produces good content but this is a level above from content to story telling!

[@GuinessOriginal]

It’s a little like Adam Curtis lite

[@ckaledin]

@@GuinessOriginal definitely reminiscent of Curtis! Good comp

[@AimToBeAsGoodAsMe]

Balon and pythagoras in boots are the only 2 that come close to tifo tbf

[@dreaming_cthulhu]

I agree but it’s weird that he keeps saying “football.” It’s soccer

[@kalfunai]

No it is called roundball.

[@homosapien5156]

Next level video even by Tifo standards. Hats off.

[@yuriydee]

Its all that "The Athletic" money. But hey to be honest i subscribed to Athletic because of TIFO so im glad they are doing well. Very interesting piece too.

[@KillerViper16]

I think with this video Tifo has shown that they are definitely capable of doing other content that is unrelated to football. History and general story telling might be a great option.

[@Itsgold123]

They've always done this tho

[@_Super_Hans_]

How is this not related to football?

[@KillerViper16]

@@_Super_Hans_ This sure is related to football. However there are a lot more topics discussed, such as history of Qatar as a nation and collapse of Soviet Union. Which are not directly related to football however affected this topic about football. Which shows us they are capable of doing stuff unrelated to Football

[@daniaaal]

@@_Super_Hans_ actually if this video was renamed “history of qatar’s rise”, without relating to football, it would still make sense. A lot of sense.

[@Belgiangooner]

You can tell Tifo is run by professional (sports) journalists than have skills to do deep research and have broad knowledge

[@hello-rj1xc]

I know the guy who did Australia's bid at the bidding ceremony. He told me that ten different countries had promised they had voted for him, but when the results came in, he had only 1 vote. On top of that, the Qatari royal family had been invited to the bidding, and it was clear to everyone that FIFA wouldn't have invited them if Qatar was going to lose.

[@reasanka8667]

why did the other ten countries wanted to bid for Australia to begin with?

[@Itsgold123]

@@reasanka8667 why would they vote Qatar

[@reasanka8667]

@@Itsgold123 Qatar willing to pay more than Australia.

[@skp8748]

@@ISimulacraaa nah Qatar will be bettet

[@escape2nirvana]

@@skp8748 dog whistle you mean repressed and away with freedom of speech and expression

[@JohnMushitu]

Never did I ever expect a geopolitical video on Qatar with such depth on Tifo Football. Splendid job!

[@soludsnak]

This was actually much of their early content in the uMaxIt days.

[@michaelconroy5668]

Why, it's what Tito does best, they've always don Geopolitical stuff going back to Umaxit Football

[@AdrianGarciaMusic]

The fact that not even BBC nor Sky Sports can come even closeeee in producing something like this… wow Tifo!! Spectacular video 👏🏽👏🏽

[@_CrissoN]

More videos like these, Tifo. This is incredible 👏🏾

[@Snookbone]

You liked the thing? And now you're getting internet good boy points for it? Wow!

[@_CrissoN]

@@Snookbone what is the reason

[@scullyplays3992]

It’s terrible

[@_CrissoN]

@@scullyplays3992 cry

[@jaybot303functionerror4]

It feels like Tifo has been taking points from Adam Curtis documentary’s. 👏👏👏

[@Mackerdaymia]

Absolutely loving the style of this video. A lovely mix of colourful Tifo and bleak postmodern Adam Curtis.

[@gracetriendl721]

Don't usually expect football content to actually have good political analysis, it's so refreshing to see a really good and solid breakdown of how politics, society, and history shape a sport

[@zahreel3103]

Incredibly well produced video. Great work, Tifo! And very informative.

[@moonflower1759]

More football media like this please! It's amazing that this exists with all the stan culture, endless goat debates, mean spirited drama and click bait going around ❤️

[@RossParker1877]

Tifo videos are always good but I think this is the best one I've ever seen. Visually stunning and absolutely fascinating. Fantastic stuff

[@theowl3756]

Excellent Video...!!! As a professor of International relations I want to congratulate you for presenting historical facts with exquisite simplicity.....It was honest and direct....Some may see it as history oversimplified. But given the time and the space, you have produced an excellent documentary.

[@killercaos123]

Fantastic geopolitical video. Really gives the context for what’s happening in the country today

[@maltesharalikatti2818]

This is simply a gold standard of information. I almost forgot it was a sports channel. The quality, the accuracy with which the historical events were connected & the style of presentation was incredible. Thank you for this..

[@Altropos]

Could you guys provide sources for these videos? It's one thing speaking about football, it's quite another commenting on geopolitical history, even if it relates to football.

[@boldnbrash7028]

The production value of this video is just profound. Thank you for all the work, it's truly appreciated

[@ckaledin]

A new peak for an already-great channel! Exceptional storytelling, and super informative. Thank you all.

[@shakiMiki]

Great video. The writers deserve huge congratulation for well researched piece that was incredibly informative. Looking forward to the next chapter.

[@GreenGumbo]

Tifo doesn’t miss with the thumbnails. They barely miss period.

[@Machinationstudio]

There is a misspelled Emir in one of the slides too. But the content is timely, so all is forgiven.

[@GreenGumbo]

@@Machinationstudio a spelling error? oh nah, I retract my comment, Tifo fell off hard. Unsubscribed

[@Machinationstudio]

@@GreenGumbo 😆

[@CMG321]

You guys are taking TIFO to another level with this series. Brillaint stuff.

[@mynameisfatmike6742]

Outstanding piece, this looks like it took a ton of effort! Well done

[@okaydoubleu]

Watching this with my jaw dropped. Incredible storytelling and presentation. Can't wait for the next installment. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@victoriobocalandro]

Thanks for ALWAYS bring us quality content. I also love that the Spanish channel "La Media Inglesa" is doing collabs with you guys. Keep it up!! The viewers really appreciate the dedication you put on this videos and it's been reflected in your growth.

[@icecoldsteve732]

This was absolutely fantastic to watch! Great job Tifo, more like this in the future please!

[@DiamondDaveX]

Brilliant video, great angles, solid research and as always focus on clear narrative. Bravo

[@dylanbrad5695]

Unbelievable quality, from the narration, art direction, writing...the list goes on. Tifo sets the bar for KZbin Channels as far as I'm concerned.

[@anthonyevans7605]

This is absolutely brilliant! Fantastic insight. More please.

[@bonganimoyo4038]

Very informative and well-scripted. Well done team Tifo. This is brilliant.

[@aaronclarke4331]

tifo, thank you so much for this timely video. I was wondering when you were going to get round to it... genuinely worth the wait. Doing fantastic works guys. Keep it up. Peace and football

[@JimTheFly]

James, Seb: Great job with this piece. Joe: Absolutely knocking it out of the park with the delivery. Looking forward to the following parts.

[@lorrainechingwarara]

This is an incredible production. Great job Tifo

[@MYFootballCollection]

Outstanding, once again. I've learnt so much from this channel! Seriously, if Tifo made education videos when I was at school, I would have got straight A*'s across the board 😂

[@t3mithestrummer]

No, seriously.

[@Keiphton27]

Bravo Tifo team. This was exquisitely crafted. Great watch. I look forward to more throughout the World Cup!

[@tiagopelegrineti]

What a fantastic video. Huge job from everyone involved. Thank you and congratulations!!

[@geetgodawat3973]

This was exceptional, seriously one of your best videos tifo 🔥

[@garycabezas]

This was fantastic Tifo! Keep it up. 🎉

[@nikolazunic6482]

Nice work...looking forward to the other episodes!

[@edgarkimani9189]

Brilliant video. Can't wait for Episode 2 already

[@FrttMs]

I was at the end of the video before I realised it was part one. Looking forward to the next one!

[@itshervinho]

More content like this , please! This is amazing

[@TheButterstime]

Astounding analysis, as always. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to watching this series with great interest.

[@Thetrickman90]

Astonishing work guys, really something to behold! Keep up the good work!

[@JoLT53]

That was brilliant, really loved it. Looking forward to the next episode!

[@davidtrujillo5581]

Incredible video. At first I didn’t watch this, but now I can’t wait for the next upcoming episodes

[@matthewbaughan7073]

I wish i could like this twice! Very informative and well written, also a series. looking foraword to the next one.

[@Wladislav]

I wasn't expecting something this in-depth. Great work!

[@robindattatenore]

Love this! The depth of care and attention in this is amazing, more of this!

[@beurself1791]

Stick to your cricket, football isn’t for you

[@robindattatenore]

@@beurself1791 You sure your channel shouldn’t be called ‘Be who I tell U 2 be’? Hilarious

[@beurself1791]

@@robindattatenore Seriously, tell me a single time your country went to the world cup

[@robindattatenore]

@@beurself1791 I mean, I was born in England, so…how’s 1966?

[@beurself1791]

@@robindattatenore I thought you are Indian

[@Peter6C]

This was great, looking forward to E2! Wanted to point out the typo @ 6:24 in case it can be corrected, cheers guys :)

[@duartedematos]

subscribed because of this video... excellent work, can't wait for the next episode !

[@ahvazdamaneh4411]

amazing video series, thanks

[@michaelfahian1981]

this is great, cannot wait for the next episode

[@lukewilliams4782]

This is phenomenal - great work. Thank you.

[@who_is_like_God]

Beautiful and well done video .... Kudos to you guys

[@nyantakyibannor9328]

whoa!! can't wait for episode two

[@kindaboth4060]

Cant wait for episodes 2, well done tifo

[@nicocorbo4153]

amazing video, can't wait for more episodes

[@limericklad2000]

An informative and thoroughly entertaining watch. Bravo.

[@runrafarunthebestintheworld]

Man Imagine if something like what happened in Indonesia happened in Qatar. That would be a massive tragedy.

[@velderyx2135]

What happen in Indonesia is police doing dumb things because when that happened there's no opposition supporter in the stadium

[@BujangMelaka90]

Crowd management failure, stadium facilities. many factors.

[@phumkhmertv2028]

Make football illegal in Indonesia

[@__________________________....]

@@phumkhmertv2028 don't think that's a great answer to poor policing

[@BujangMelaka90]

Their hooliganism brought to the downfall of Indonesian football.

[@johnbishop8324]

Brilliant video.Very well produced and presented.

[@olivergraham3233]

Amazing video! Would love more of this content even if meant less regular uploads, worth the wait.

[@wedgeman8910]

tifo at its best. been a subscriber for a long time and I have to say this is the most important tifo video to date

[@kishanadoni828]

Excellent content that concisely explains the real context to the next month. Well researched and very accessible!

[@purespirit]

This video & mini series needs to be seen my many around the world! Great work

[@allanzeus]

This is nicely done. Very educational!

[@shomgerry]

This puts a 'whodunnit' mystery vibe on football I didn't know I would be into. Cannot wait for part two!

[@jasongarufi8187]

Thanks for such a interesting and informative video

[@CaricaturesBand]

you guys really outdone yourselves this time! this was fascinating

[@dennisdiaz2051]

Bro's this is next step work. Keep it up 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. Amazing video.

[@jonathanlevy3747]

Great stuff. Looking forward to the next episode. Particularly love how you pull no punches and b.s. about all the greed and money abuse in this world. This kind of honesty is rare in media. Be an independent voice. "And your people, will love."

[@evanlawrence5815]

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful. Incredible work Tifo.

[@davidrommelaere5592]

that was amazing, cant wait for the second episode

[@BenjaminSoutnose]

Tifo this was great, can’t wait for more eps

[@natangweiitula]

Long video. I love it already. I love you guys, this is brilliant. Please continue with the impeccable work. This teams is the best. I LOVE YOU and everything you do. 😂

[@beurself1791]

DAZONGHKA!!!!

[@schrodingjer1308]

Cant believe this content is free! Thanks Tifo!!

[@bnpray2279]

This much information for us, and free!! Thank you

[@FidelKasshflow]

Thank You TIFO, I love your channel / content

[@TheHarryKitson]

Amazing journalism guys. Really enjoyed

[@bestfootball456]

Incredible video.. great job Tifo 🔥🔥🔥

[@weriushadrianus]

So much information! Fantastic watch as always

[@iammustafa]

Incredible video, as an Iraqi who’s a UAE resident, this is enlightening. Well done Tifo!

[@clobbopus_used_beat]

Uhhh I was prepared for the usual quality but this really is an incredible piece. On to part 2

[@StuttGooner]

Simply great work 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@rudymwaurah]

Feels like a Netflix documentary!

[@conor5145]

exceptional video. cheers tifo

[@Gusebio]

This is honestly one of the best videos I’ve ever seen

[@caven7056]

I really enjoyed the video. You should cover more of this type of content

[@enkala]

oh my God, this is so well produced!!

[@BigBlack81]

Cannot wait for episode 2.

[@djy5645]

This is brilliant. You lot should do more content like this

[@alois482]

damn! tifo went adam curtis with this! love it!

[@_.atd21]

I'm yet to finish the series but I have to give you your flowers regarding the historical accuracy, research, pronunciation of Arabic words, and of course, the fact you mentioned my beloved Bahrain and drew a very accurate map that even includes the causeway

[@myao96]

best channel in youtube producing football content, bravo 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@samupton7654]

You guys are something else. This is absolutely incredible.

[@ulises0717]

Cant wait for the rest of the series

[@cueballzero]

Great insights, well done to the team.

[@domr8796]

Best bit of tifo work yet

[@Carkerz]

Outdone yourselves on this one. Nice work bois