The much-anticipated AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 is upon us, promising thrilling football action. However, to ensure a safe and enjoyable tournament experience, it's crucial for attendees to be aware of the prohibited items within the stadiums. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you navigate through the do's and don'ts.

Security Screening Protocols

According to the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 ticketing terms and conditions, all ticket holders are subject to thorough security screening before entering the stadiums. Failure to comply may result in denied entry or eviction from the venue.

Prohibited Hazardous Items:

1. Weapons of any kind (including for self-defense), ammunition, piercing or bladed items, knives, cold steel weapons, or any object enabling the practice of violence.
2. Explosives, detonators, and items containing or concealing prohibited items.
3. Objects that could be used as weapons, including umbrellas, motorcycle helmets, hard hats, and other items deemed unsafe.

Prohibited Work Tools and Protective Gear:

1. Work tools of any kind.
2. Body protection gear, corsets, including bullet-proof vests, and items used in martial arts or extreme sports.
3. Helmets and items designed for concealing a person's identity, except for religious headwear and medical masks.

Prohibited Materials Generating Smoke or Flames:

1. Materials, articles, or objects (including self-made items) that can result in the generation of smoke, heat, and/or flames.
2. Lighters, matches, fireworks, flares, smoke bombs, and other smoke-emitting articles.

Prohibited Food/Liquids/Consumable Items:

1. Food or beverages.
2. Liquids containing alcohol.
3. Aerosol cylinders, thermoses, and flasks of any kind.

Prohibited Flags, Banners, and Political Items:

1. Materials of a political, offensive, or discriminatory nature.
2. Flags, banners, or emblems (except official national flags of competing teams) displaying suggestive, offensive, or inappropriate content.

Prohibited Electronic, Musical & Telecommunication Items:

1. Radio-electronic or high-frequency devices.
2. Musical instruments that do not fit within the X-ray baggage scanner window.
3. Devices producing noise or excessively loud sounds, laser beams, laser pointers, or similar emissions.

Other Prohibited Items:

1. Mounts for photo and video equipment with three supports (e.g., tripods) or one support (e.g., monopods and 'selfie' sticks).
2. Umbrellas, drones, and any remote-controlled aircraft.
3. Binoculars and other optical magnifying equipment.

Important Notes:

• Event Organizers reserve the right to decide on prohibited items.
• Prohibited items may be removed, confiscated, or destroyed without compensation.