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By Jude Summerfield Bruno Fernandes has admitted players are unhappy with the timing of this year’s World Cup and the human rights issues that are present in Qatar. Elite-level leagues around the world have now paused for the winter spectacle in the Middle East, which is hosting FIFA’s flagship event for the first time. At least 6,500 workers have died in Qatar since the country was awarded the World Cup in December. Homosexuality is illegal in Qatar and punishable by death, though World Cup organisers say “everyone is welcome” and claim no one will be discriminated against. Speaking after Man…