Qatar is just under two weeks away from hosting the FIFA World Cup. It’s the first time an Arab or Middle Eastern nation is hosting the tournament. The World’s host Carol Hills speaks with Abdullah Al-Arian, a professor at Georgetown University in Qatar, about the rich history of soccer in the region, as well as the significant changes seen in Qatar as it draws closer to hosting the tournament.
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