England have won few friends so far in Qatar ahead of their friendly against Brazil.

The Telegraph says England threatened to withdraw from Saturday's friendly with Brazil after being refused permission to land at the special terminal at Doha International Airport reserved for the Interior Minister.

"It was arrogant and naïve,'' said a source of England's stance. The threat itself has certainly cost England a few friends here.

The Qataris are also known to be disappointed by the virtual B team England are putting out against Kaka and company.