Football fever as Riyadh's World Cup festival opens to fans
RIYADH: Football fans flocked to the Mrsool stadium here Sunday for the opening game of the World Cup, as excitement reached fever pitch for the Middle East’s first hosting of the global event. The 20,000-capacity facility had a giant screen set up for die-hard fans, with food and other activities for families looking to enjoy the atmosphere of a World Cup. The Fan Festival is