I am currently working in Qatar, the place is very corrupt, although not easily seen, there are many deals done on contracts by the ruling families, they are a very rich nation due to the gas reserves. Richest country in the world per capita head - the rest of the nation are expats either building the place or working in the oil and gas sector.
The construction going on here is insane and in 10 years time they will have the infrastructure to host the cup - - but they have a lot to do to be ready for the world cup in terms of organisation and logistics. I am sure some fat cat consultants will make a lot of money out of advising them.
When the decision was announced I nearly pissed myself laughing.
Bribes for Votes - never
Best thing about Qatar ? Qatar Airways
Oh and by the way - there are rumours here that they are already offering tallented african and south american kids families luxury lifestyles / villas / cars in exchange for them becoming Qatari Nationals so they can play in their team in 10 years time.