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FIFA World Cup trophy to tour Lahore instead of Islamabad

KARACHI: The FIFA World Cup Trophy tour ahead of the Football World Cup 2022 in Qatar will now tour Lahore instead of the previously decided destination – Islamabad, following the possible political unrest in the capital.

The trophy tour, which was kicked off on May 12 in Dubai will stop in 51 countries and territories including Pakistan. The destination of the glittering trophy in Pakistan, however, has been changed from Islamabad to Lahore.

According to the details, The trophy will arrive in Lahore on June 7 after arriving from Uzbekistan and will travel to Saudi Arabia on June 8 following a day-long stay in the country.

The FIFA World Cup Trophy will be unveiled at a local hotel here on June 7.

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