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05 Sept 2025

WATCH: 'Shouldn't be here' - Roy Keane has his say on Qatar World Cup

WATCH: 'Shouldn't be here' - Roy Keane has his say on Qatar World Cup

WATCH: 'Shouldn't be here' - Roy Keane has his say on Qatar World Cup. Footage: ITV

Former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland footballer Roy Keane has had his say on this year's World Cup in Qatar.

While speaking on ITV, Keane didn't hold back his thoughts on the hosts and the controversy surrounding the tournament.

"The World Cup shouldn't be here," Keane said.

"You've got a country and the way they treat migrant workers, gay people. We're on about spreading the game but dismissing human rights, it's not right. It shouldn't be here."

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