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Why are teams protesting Qatar in World Cup 2022 qualifiers?

The likes of Norway and Germany were involved in protests directly related to Qatar's hosting of the 2022 World Cup during their March 2021 international qualifying matches, taking a stand in support of human rights.

So why are they protesting Qatar, which other teams were involved and what's the situation been like? Goal takes a look.

Why are teams protesting Qatar?

Teams are protesting to speak out against alleged human rights violations taking place in the country due to host the 2022 World Cup.

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There have been multiple reports of violations against migrants in the country, with The Guardian revealing in February that over 6,500 migrant workers from India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have died since Qatar won the bid to host the tournament in 2010.