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A Tournament of ‘Firsts’

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A Tournament of ‘Firsts’
Lionel Messi of Argentina lifts the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Winner's Trophy following the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium in Lusail City, Qatar, on Dec. 18, 2022. Dan Mullan/Getty Images
Gabriël Moens
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If you are looking for a sporting event that registered “firsts,” look no further than the FIFA World Cup 2022 held in Qatar.

Gabriël Moens
Gabriël Moens
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Gabriël A. Moens AM is an emeritus professor of law at the University of Queensland, and served as pro vice-chancellor and dean at Murdoch University. In 2003, Moens was awarded the Australian Centenary Medal by the prime minister for services to education. He has taught extensively across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the United States.
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