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Eric Cantona delivers crippling verdict on Qatar World Cup, blasts 'horrible' treatment of workers and laments that 'people will celebrate even though thousands died' as Man United legend insists he will not watch tournament

Eric Cantona will not watch the Qatar World Cup and has delivered a crippling assessment of this year's tournament.

The Manchester United legend accused the country of 'horrible' treatment of workers who have built the stadiums and says there is no chance of a legacy in the country.

Cantona believes World Cups should be awarded to countries with an opportunity to have a lasting impact and grow football among their population, both male and female. In Qatar, he says there is 'nothing'.

Eric Cantona says he will not watch the Qatar World Cup and delivered stinging criticism

Eric Cantona says he will not watch the Qatar World Cup and delivered stinging criticism

Qatar will host the 2022 World Cup between 21 November and 18 December this year
Thousands of migrant workers on little money in deadly conditions have died

Thousands of migrant workers on little money in deadly conditions have died

Speaking exclusively to Sportsmail at the Launch of Looking FC, football trips for fans to experience the world and its cities through its football communities, Cantona pulled no punches in his verdict.