This buzz for you
LIONS TO LIFT SPIRITS AFTER BOOZE BAN Ramsdale: We’ll get the cheers in for fans
and the Arsenal keeper said: “I think the fans will find some way of having a beer, I don’t think you need to do it so much at the game.
“Hopefully, with them not being able to drink, we can perform on the pitch to give them that excitement and buzz.
“But we also have to respect the rules and continue to work, we will put pressure on ourselves to entertain.”
Supporters will still be able to drink at some official FIFA fan parks and in licensed restaurants and bars located in hotels.
It is illegal to drink in public in Qatar but England’s Football Supporters’ Association said the decision raises concerns about the hosts’ ability to fulfil its promises to visiting fans.”
“The real issue is the last-minute U-turn which speaks to a wider problem – the total lack of communication and clarity from the organising committee towards supporters,” the association said in a statement on Twitter.
AARON RAMSDALE says England can make fans drunk on football glory instead of beer.
FIFA confirmed yesterday that alcohol will now NOT be served within stadium perimeters at this World Cup after a U-turn by Qatari top brass.
Starsport understands FIFA had gained permission last month to sell booze within inside stadiums during the tournament.
But pressure came after a member of the Qatar royal family visited a stadium last week and was not happy with Budweiser stalls being there. Ramsdale wants to give fans a “buzz” on the pitch instead now