Western politicians have failed to promote their agenda at the World Cup, Qatar sporting official says
Through status and wealth, he has become one of the most influential people in football.
Commenting on Bellingham, 19, who has lit up the World Cup, leading England into a quarter-final meeting with France on Saturday, Mr Al-Khelaifi told Sky News:"What a player. Honestly, England are lucky to have him … and he's one of the best players in the tournament.Bellingham has scored once and set up two goals in four appearances in Qatar.
Asked about the British reactions, Mr Al-Khelaifi told Sky News:"Politicians, they want to use the sport to promote themselves, to achieve something in their agenda.
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