Top clubs lobby for May World Cup 2022 date

A powerful group of top European football clubs is set to lobby for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to take place between April and May.

Top clubs lobby for May World Cup 2022 date
Fri, 24 Oct, 2014 - 17:14

A powerful group of top European football clubs is set to lobby for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to take place between April and May.

The European Club Association, an umbrella organisation representing the interests of 214 teams from the continent, is a persuasive voice in the ongoing negotiations around when the tournament will be scheduled.

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