• Dubai Harbour will host one of six global fan festivals for the Fifa World Cup in Qatar. Photo: Dubai Tourism
    Dubai Harbour will host one of six global fan festivals for the Fifa World Cup in Qatar. Photo: Dubai Tourism
  • Fans gather on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to watch Japan play Colombia at the 2014 World Cup. The beach will host fans again this year. Getty
    Fans gather on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to watch Japan play Colombia at the 2014 World Cup. The beach will host fans again this year. Getty
  • Plaza de la Republica in Mexico City will host football fans in its open-air square. Unsplash
    Plaza de la Republica in Mexico City will host football fans in its open-air square. Unsplash
  • Fans can watch matches at the Outernet venue in central London. Photo: Outernet
    Fans can watch matches at the Outernet venue in central London. Photo: Outernet
  • Vale do Anhangabau in Sao Paulo, Brazil, will host fans. Getty
    Vale do Anhangabau in Sao Paulo, Brazil, will host fans. Getty
  • S Factory in Seoul, South Korea, will host a fan festival from November to December. Photo: Nelson
    S Factory in Seoul, South Korea, will host a fan festival from November to December. Photo: Nelson

Dubai Harbour to host Fifa World Cup fan festival


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Dubai Harbour will be one of six global locations to host an international Fifa World Cup fan festival during the tournament in Qatar.

The fan festival events, held outside the host country for the first time, will offer live match broadcasts from the World Cup, pop-up activations, performances by international DJs, local musicians and artists, as well as appearances by “Fifa Legends”.

The waterfront location in Dubai will complement the main Fifa Fan Festival in Doha's Al Bidda Park.

The fan festival will be open from 12pm to 3am from November 20 to November 28, and from 3pm to 3am from November 29 to December 18. Entry to the fan festival will be by ticket, which will be available soon on the Fifa+ website.

Other cities hosting an international fan festival include London, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Seoul.

The Dubai Harbour fan venue is one of several that will be open across Dubai, with major venues located at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre and DIFC.

Every country's base for the Qatar World Cup 2022 — in pictures

  • Qatar, Al Aziziyah Boutique Hotel. Photo: The Torch Hospitality
    Qatar, Al Aziziyah Boutique Hotel. Photo: The Torch Hospitality
  • Argentina, Qatar University Hostel 1 (Qatar University pictured). Photo: Qatar University
    Argentina, Qatar University Hostel 1 (Qatar University pictured). Photo: Qatar University
  • Poland, Ezdan Palace Hotel. Photo: Ezdan Palace Hotel
    Poland, Ezdan Palace Hotel. Photo: Ezdan Palace Hotel
  • Spain, Qatar University Hostel 2 (Qatar University pictured). Photo: Qatar University
    Spain, Qatar University Hostel 2 (Qatar University pictured). Photo: Qatar University
  • Wales, Delta Hotels City Centre Doha. Render: Marriott
    Wales, Delta Hotels City Centre Doha. Render: Marriott
  • South Korea, Le Meridien City Center Doha. Render: MZ & Partners
    South Korea, Le Meridien City Center Doha. Render: MZ & Partners
  • Australia, New Aspire Academy Athlete Accommodation (Aspire Academy pictured). Photo: Aspire
    Australia, New Aspire Academy Athlete Accommodation (Aspire Academy pictured). Photo: Aspire
  • Mexico, Simaisma, A Murwab Resort. Photo: Murwab
    Mexico, Simaisma, A Murwab Resort. Photo: Murwab
  • Ecuador, Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha. Photo: Hyatt
    Ecuador, Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha. Photo: Hyatt
  • Croatia, Hilton Doha. Photo: Hilton
    Croatia, Hilton Doha. Photo: Hilton
  • England, Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar by Tivoli. Photo: Tivoli
    England, Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar by Tivoli. Photo: Tivoli
  • Cameroon, Banyan Tree Doha At La Cigale Mushaireb. Photo: Banyan Tree
    Cameroon, Banyan Tree Doha At La Cigale Mushaireb. Photo: Banyan Tree
  • Iran, AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio Collection by Hilton. Photo: Chapman Taylor
    Iran, AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio Collection by Hilton. Photo: Chapman Taylor
  • Senegal, Duhail Handball Sports Hall. Photo: Qatar Handball Association
    Senegal, Duhail Handball Sports Hall. Photo: Qatar Handball Association
  • Belgium, Hilton Salwa Beach Resort and Villas. Photo: Hilton
    Belgium, Hilton Salwa Beach Resort and Villas. Photo: Hilton
  • France, Al Messila A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha. Photo: Marriott
    France, Al Messila A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha. Photo: Marriott
  • Uruguay, Pullman Doha West Bay. Photo: Accor
    Uruguay, Pullman Doha West Bay. Photo: Accor
  • Denmark, Retaj Salwa Resort & SPA. Photo: Retaj Salwa Resort & SPA
    Denmark, Retaj Salwa Resort & SPA. Photo: Retaj Salwa Resort & SPA
  • USA, Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha. Photo: Kempinski Hotels
    USA, Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha. Photo: Kempinski Hotels
  • Tunisia, Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach. Photo: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
    Tunisia, Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach. Photo: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
  • Japan, Radisson Blu Hotel Doha. Photo: Radisson Hotels
    Japan, Radisson Blu Hotel Doha. Photo: Radisson Hotels
  • Canada, Century Marina Hotel Lusail. Photo: Century Marina Hotel Lusail
    Canada, Century Marina Hotel Lusail. Photo: Century Marina Hotel Lusail
  • Morocco, Wyndham Doha West Bay. Photo: Wyndham Doha West Bay
    Morocco, Wyndham Doha West Bay. Photo: Wyndham Doha West Bay
  • Costa Rica, dusitD2 Salwa Doha. Photo: Dusit
    Costa Rica, dusitD2 Salwa Doha. Photo: Dusit
  • Saudi Arabia, Sealine Beach, a Murwab Resort. Photo: Murwab
    Saudi Arabia, Sealine Beach, a Murwab Resort. Photo: Murwab
  • Portugal, Al Samriya Autograph Collection Hotel. Photo: Al Rayyan Tourism Investment Co
    Portugal, Al Samriya Autograph Collection Hotel. Photo: Al Rayyan Tourism Investment Co
  • Brazil, The Westin Doha Hotel and Spa. Photo: Marriott
    Brazil, The Westin Doha Hotel and Spa. Photo: Marriott
  • Serbia, Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha. Photo: Accor
    Serbia, Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha. Photo: Accor
  • Germany, Zulal Wellness Resort. Photo: Chiva-Som
    Germany, Zulal Wellness Resort. Photo: Chiva-Som
  • Swtizerland, Le Royal Meridien, Doha. Photo: Marriott
    Swtizerland, Le Royal Meridien, Doha. Photo: Marriott
  • Ghana, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Al Sadd. Photo: Hilton
    Ghana, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Al Sadd. Photo: Hilton
  • Netherlands, St Regis Doha. Photo: Marriott
    Netherlands, St Regis Doha. Photo: Marriott
German intelligence warnings
  • 2002: "Hezbollah supporters feared becoming a target of security services because of the effects of [9/11] ... discussions on Hezbollah policy moved from mosques into smaller circles in private homes." Supporters in Germany: 800
  • 2013: "Financial and logistical support from Germany for Hezbollah in Lebanon supports the armed struggle against Israel ... Hezbollah supporters in Germany hold back from actions that would gain publicity." Supporters in Germany: 950
  • 2023: "It must be reckoned with that Hezbollah will continue to plan terrorist actions outside the Middle East against Israel or Israeli interests." Supporters in Germany: 1,250 

Source: Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution

The Pope's itinerary

Sunday, February 3, 2019 - Rome to Abu Dhabi
1pm: departure by plane from Rome / Fiumicino to Abu Dhabi
10pm: arrival at Abu Dhabi Presidential Airport


Monday, February 4
12pm: welcome ceremony at the main entrance of the Presidential Palace
12.20pm: visit Abu Dhabi Crown Prince at Presidential Palace
5pm: private meeting with Muslim Council of Elders at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
6.10pm: Inter-religious in the Founder's Memorial


Tuesday, February 5 - Abu Dhabi to Rome
9.15am: private visit to undisclosed cathedral
10.30am: public mass at Zayed Sports City – with a homily by Pope Francis
12.40pm: farewell at Abu Dhabi Presidential Airport
1pm: departure by plane to Rome
5pm: arrival at the Rome / Ciampino International Airport

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Dragon:prosperous, brave, rash
Snake:calm, thoughtful, stubborn
Horse:faithful, energetic, carefree
Sheep:easy-going, peacemaker, curious
Monkey:family-orientated, clever, playful
Rooster:honest, confident, pompous
Dog:loyal, kind, perfectionist
Boar:loving, tolerant, indulgent   

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Updated: October 11, 2022, 10:50 AM