Video of Fans Rescuing a Cat Was Not Shot During the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
The Claim
A Video shows fans rescuing a cat at one of the World Cup Qatar 2022 stadiums.
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Social media users recently shared a video that allegedly shows football fans rescuing a cat during one of the World Cup Qatar 2022 matches.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar investigated the circulating claim and found it to be misleading. The video predates the World Cup Qatar 2022. It dates back to September 2021.
Misbar's team found that the video captured the moment American football fans rescued a cat after it fell from the upper deck of a stadium.
News websites and outlets reported that the incident occurred during a match that brought the Miami Hurricanes and the Mountaineers together. Media outlets and internet users posted many videos depicting the cat rescue.
The FIFIA World Cup Qatar 2022
The FIFA World Cup is being held in an Arab country for the first time in history.
The tournament, which began on November 20, is expected to continue until December 18.
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