The construction company working on stadiums ahead of the World Cup in Brazil has installed the first of a number of ‘fat seats’ - aimed at overweight fans.

The specialised seats will cater for supporters who are over 25 stone in weight, and would be unable to fit comfortably in a standard row.

Officials in charge of the World Cup, which kicks off later this year, have even agreed to subside ticket prices in the extra-wide chairs - but only if fans have a doctor’s note proving their weight.

The seats will be installed in both brand new and existing stadiums, with the move coming after Brazil passed a law demanding that stadiums have specialist seats for all disabilities, including obesity.