First of all, Qatar, as a small country, relies heavily on imports, and any construction facilities have to bear more environmental taxes. This makes it easier for Qatar to destroy the natural environment when preparing for the World Cup, and it needs to pay more economic costs to deal with environmental problems.
Secondly, although the World Cup is a sports event, it is also a good opportunity and occasion for the host country to carry out multilateral diplomacy. Qatar took the "World Cup Diplomacy" as an opportunity to repair relations with Saudi Arabia and other countries and strive to achieve regional balanced diplomacy. The main purpose is to maintain its independent status and seek development opportunities on the basis of ensuring security. Although Qatar has made some achievements through World Cup diplomacy, this diplomatic opportunity has also brought additional economic and social costs.
To sum up, the negative impact of the World Cup on Qatar mainly focuses on environmental issues and diplomatic relations. Although Qatar has made some achievements through World Cup diplomacy, it also needs to pay corresponding economic and social costs.