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sport news Inside Aussie football fanatic's 'bucket list' $18,000 trip to the 2022 Qatar ... trends now
sport news Inside Aussie football fanatic's 'bucket list' $18,000 trip to the 2022 Qatar ... trends now

sport news Inside Aussie football fanatic's 'bucket list' $18,000 trip to the 2022 Qatar ... trends now

The $18,000 World Cup trip of a lifetime: Why Socceroos superfan is ignoring Qatar's harsh laws to see 13 games in 11 days - and get up close and very personal with an Aussie football legend

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Football is life for Aussie fanatic Peter Papoythis, who is about to embark on the trip of a lifetime to Qatar ahead of the World Cup.

The Sydney-based father of two will see 13 games live across 11 frenetic days in the Middle East - including all three Socceroos matches - and is likely to be a guest of family friend Tim Cahill at some game day functions.

Affectionately known as 'Flea', the assistant coach of Marconi Stallions in the NSW state league isn't concerned about the harsh laws in Doha.

He plans to abide by all the local rules and will embrace the culture.

'I've done my homework and don't have any safety fears,' Papoythis told Daily Mail Australia.

Football tragic Peter Papoythis is about to embark on the trip of a lifetime to Qatar to see some of the biggest games and players the World Cup

Football tragic Peter Papoythis is about to embark on the trip of a lifetime to Qatar to see some of the biggest games and players the World Cup

The Sydney-based business owner will see 13 games across 11 action days (pictured, the Al-Thumama Stadium in Doha)

The Sydney-based business owner will see 13 games across 11 action days (pictured, the Al-Thumama Stadium in Doha)

'I won't be doing things like drinkin alcohol in the open on the streets, that is disrespectful.

'I don't do things like that in Australia, so why would I do it over there?'

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