Video of Islamic Prayers Was Not Taken in the 2022 World Cup Stadiums
The Claim
A video depicts Islamic prayers at one of Qatar's 2022 World Cup stadiums.
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Social media users have shared a video purporting to show Islamic prayers being held in one of Qatar's World Cup stadiums.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar has investigated the claim and found it to be misleading.
The video is old and unrelated to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
Prayers at AK Bars Arena
The clip dates back to at least 2019 and shows prayers at AK Bars Arena, formerly known as Kazan Arena Stadium in Kazan, Russia.
Other YouTube channels posted the video in 2020.
Many websites published other photos from the event.
A similar video on Getty Images shows Muslims at the fourth Republican Iftar at Kazan Arena stadium during Ramadan in 2016.
Misinformation Amid the World Cup Qatar 2022
The World Cup tournaments began on November 20, with an opening match between Qatar and Ecuador. The game ended with Ecuador winning 2-0 over the hosts.
Misbar has debunked several claims attributed to the World Cup Qatar 2022.
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