BTS and The World Cup

HYBE announced Jung Kook will perform at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which begins at Al Bayt Stadium in Doha, Qatar on Nov. 20. This is an event steeped in controversy over numerous human rights abuses, and has been stirring up debate within the fandom on whether or not this was a good decision. Join Lea and Lexi as we explore how and when should fans hold their faves accountable?

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@bts_bighit’s “proud” tweet

Hyundai on BTS

BBC News, World Cup 2022: How has Qatar treated foreign workers?

FIFA, 2022 FIFA World Cup Bid Evaluation Report: Qatar

talkSPORT, What will the weather be like in Qatar for the World Cup and what is the time difference to the UK?

Amnesty International, Qatar World Cup of Shame

The Guardian, Stadiums of shame: the numbers World Cup hosts Qatar don’t want to be seen

Human Rights Watch, “Everything I Have to Do is Tied to a Man”: Women and Qatar’s Male Guardianship Rules

Human Rights Watch, Qatar World Cup Ambassador’s Homophobic Comments Fuel Discrimination

The New York Times, BTS Fans Say They’ve Raised $1 Million for Black Lives Matter Groups

Koreaboo, Here Are 30+ Times When BTS Proved Themselves To Be LGBTQIA+ Allies

Billboard, BTS Speaks Out In Seoul: The K-Pop Megastars Get Candid About Representing a New Generation

FIFA Uncovered (Netflix)