Sky News understands that fans will no longer be allowed to buy alcohol around World Cup stadiums.

The late decision comes ahead of the opening game in Qatar on Sunday.

Qatar had originally ordered Budweiser stands to be less prominent, but has not moved to ban alcohol altogether from sale at games.

Changes were needed to allow the FIFA sponsor to sell its products outside match venues and fan zones.

Before the confirmation of the ban Budweiser tweeted, and then swiftly deleted: "Well, this is awkward..."

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