Football mania takes hold in Dubai – and not just for the World Cup

Fans are finding that Dubai is a football-focused destination, as they flock to the emirate to be close to the FIFA World Cup taking place in Qatar. Dubai World Central (DWC) airport is operating up to 120 shuttles a day to Qatar. A neighbour of the UAE, flights to Qatar take just an hour or so, however, many fans are happy to remain in Dubai and watch the tournament there.

Dubai has invested heavily in vast football fan zones, erecting stadiums with VIP seating and high-tech sound systems to make viewers feel like they’re in the heart of the action.

BudX FIFA Fan Festival

One of only six official FIFA Fan Festival

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