FIFA has once again shown that it surrenders to the wishes of the Qatari state by carrying out its customs
Argentina achieved its third World Cup this Sunday after winning a heart-stopping final against France. He did it guided by his star Leo Messi, who was the great protagonist of a historic day for his country. However, the photo of the champion lifting the trophy was most exotic. Neither the albiceleste bars nor the shield on his shirt could be seen. The star wore a semi-transparent black cape that caught the attention of all the soccer fans who followed the ceremony.
What meaning does that layer have? Well, it’s about the ‘bisht’, a black Qatari tunic worn by the emir, ministers and important people on Qatar National Day, which was celebrated this Sunday, December 18, which precisely coincided with the World Cup final. . A garment that may only be worn by men and is associated with royalty, religious position, or wealth. Qatar thus wanted to recognize Messi as one of the kings of world football.
With this gesture, FIFA has once again shown that it surrenders to the wishes of the Qatari state, carrying out its customs. Hassan Al Thawadi, secretary general of the Supreme Committee for the Organization and the Legacy of Qatar 2022, explained that the bisht is used “to celebrate important moments. It is our official clothing. We always wear it for important commitments », he explained in the mixed zone after taking stock of the World Cup. Al Thawadi did not want to assess whether, if it had not been Argentina who had lifted the trophy, they would have given it to another player: «Yes, I think so. But it was Messi. Why do we talk about what could have been?», he replied.
The ‘bisht’ is made from camel hair and goat wool, the material is spun and then the cloth is made ready to be used. Due to its texture, it is soft for summer and thick for winter.
