54 Days Before the 2022 World Cup: Chaos! Female Supporter of Rape Victims in Qatar Can Be Caned or Imprisoned

Illustration of the 2022 World Cup (Instagram.com/@go.qatar.2022)

JAKARTA - Female fans could be lashed or jailed if they report being rape victims during the 2022 World Cup, which will be held later this year.

As is known, the most prestigious four-year competition will start on November 20 in Qatar. This is the first time the event has been held in the Middle East.

Several strict rules will also be applied in Muslim-majority countries. One of them prohibits sexual contact between couples who are not legally married.

The most unreasonable punishment is a female superhero who is a victim of sexual harassment. Instead of receiving protection, they face prosecution if they report as victims.

"You go to the police, and instead of being a victim, you are [in fact] the accused", said May Romanos, Middle East expert at Amnesty International, as reported by The Sun.

Victims of rape in the Middle Eastern country will face up to seven years in prison or caning. However, legal aid groups in Dubai have an app to help supporters who are facing difficulties.

"The UAE has a long history of punishing rape victims", ​​said Director Radha Stirling.

Figures show football stadiums have in the past been one of the most dangerous areas prone to sexual harassment.

At least 72 sexual harassment was reported in Brent, North London when the semifinals and final of Euro 2020 were played at Wembley in July last year. Meanwhile, there were 39 cases at the same tournament in Seville, Spain.

A Qatari spokeswoman said their country "promotes women's rights, and this applies to all women present during the tournament".

"Every fan who reports sexual harassment has access to Qatar's high-quality healthcare system regardless of marital status", said international soccer's governing body (FIFA).