Fans hilariously sharing tips on how to smuggle beer into World Cup 2022 games after Qatar booze ban in new viral trend

Posted Monday, November 21, 2022 by Thesun.co.uk

ENGLAND fans have come up with hilarious ideas to smuggle booze into World Cup games.

Qatar U-turned earlier this week and banned alcohol from being sold at all World Cup stadia.

Fans suggested bringing in beer hidden by a Coca-Cola sleeve

And it means that the ONLY official World Cup site where fans can have a drink will be the Doha city centre official Fan Festival - selling just Budweiser at almost £12 for less then a pint.

Alcohol is not illegal in Qatar, but being drunk in public is a crime - and there is a zero tolerance policy in place for drinking on the streets.

England fans reacted with fury to the U-turn, with some vowing to still "get p***ed" before games.

Now supporters have jokingly been brainstorming ideas about how to secretly carry booze into stadiums.

One fan suggested bringing in a can of beer covered with a Coca-Cola sleeve - allowing spectators to deceive security checking for booze.

Others suggested bringing in a hydration pack containing alcohol - to allow fans to drink right under the noses of stewards.

Another fan even proposed filling up a watermelon with spirits.

World Cup supporters will be able to drink alcohol outside stadium areas - but cans of Budweiser at fan festivals will cost £12.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino dismissed concerns, even though it could cost his organisation £40million.

He said: "Honestly, if this is the biggest issue we have for the World Cup, I will sign immediately, go to the beach and relax until the 18th of December.

"Every decision we take at this World Cup is a joint decision between Qatar and FIFA.

"I think personally if for three hours a day, you cannot drink a beer, you will survive."