Lionel Messi in action at Lusail Stadium, built by China Railway Construction Corporation. Photo: EPA-EFE
Fifa World Cup: Big spending sponsors ensure China’s presence in Qatar remains strong
- Some of China’s biggest companies from Wanda, Hisense, Vivo and Mengniu are spending millions to engage football fans around the world
- But China’s response to Covid-19 has meant the country’s engagement with the World Cup has been limited
Lionel Messi in action at Lusail Stadium, built by China Railway Construction Corporation. Photo: EPA-EFE