In a context of recurring criticism against Qatar in terms of respect for human rights, climate impact or discrimination, the small gas emirate launched its World Cup on November 20, 2022. Joy of the supporters, make-up, attempts to pass political messages, extraordinary goals, or unusual actions... Here are the strong images of the competitions. 


Directed by:

Olivier JUSZCZAK

  • Bitter start for this very controversial edition of the 2022 World Cup: the stands of the Al-Bayt stadium in Doha are gradually emptying after the two goals conceded by the host country, to the point of being very sparse shortly before the kick final whistle, November 20, 2022.

  • Not always easy, the profession of photographer…

  • "Iran's tears" for this Iranian supporter before the match against England, in support of the freedom movement which is currently shaking his country, on November 21, 2022.

  • Among the English, we kneel on the ground in protest against discrimination of all kinds.

  • First feat of the competition!

    The Saudis overthrow Argentina (2-1) and can thank heaven by kissing the lawn, November 22, 2022.

  • “Wonder Woman”, “Maverick” from Top Gun… OK, we are among the American supporters before the United States match against Wales on November 21, 2022.

  • All the art of French makeup for this supporter before the match of our Blues against Australia, November 22, 2022.

  • And the cameraman made no mistake filming our national "Kiki" Mbappé before the match.

    The Blues won their first match (4-1).

  • When FIFA President Gianni Infantino tries to look nice...

  • On the field, the German players chose to explain to him what they thought of the ban on wearing the "One Love" armband on November 23, 2022 before playing against Japan.

  • And this is the second feat!

    The Land of the Rising Sun wins 2 goals to 1!

  • Not easy to wear this hat throughout the match….

  • Easier to dance with Cameroonian supporters!

  • The big tile for Brazil with this ankle well known to PSG supporters too… But Neymar hopes to return for the round of 16 in Brazil!

  • Probably the most beautiful goal of the competition currently!

    A scissor made by Richarlison against Serbia (2-0), November 24, 2022.

  • Protest of Iranian supporters act II!

  • After the correction inflicted by the English in the first match (6-2), Iran reacted well and won against Wales (2-0).

  • Hey, hey, disguised supporters...

  • And a new celebration of Kylian Mbappé after his goals!

    A nod to his Parisian teammate, Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi, with whom he has already achieved this posture during a match in Ligue 1?

  • Speaking of the Moroccan, his mother is very proud of him after Morocco's victory against Belgium (0-2).

  • Yes, yes, we understood that it is precious, this ball, gentlemen Cameroonians and Serbs!

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