The FIFA World Cup 2022 is planned to be the 22nd running of the FIFA World Cup rivalry, the quadrennial global men’s football title challenged by the senior public groups of the part relationship of FIFA. It is planned to happen in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022. This will be the very first World Cup to be held in the Middle Easterner world and the subsequent World Cup held completely in Asia after the 2002 competition in South Korea and Japan.[a] what’s more, the competition is planned to be the last with a 32-group field; the field is scheduled to increment to 48 groups for the 2026 competition in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
Here are eight spectacular stadiums to see your favorite teams.
Al Bayt Stadium
Al Bayt Stadium will be hosting the opening match for the biggest FIFA World Cup 2022 which will be Hosted in Qatar.
Capacity: 60,000 persons.
Location: Al Khor City, Almost 35km north of Doha.
Lusail Stadium
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final will be held at Lusail Stadium, cementing its place in football and architectural history. The scale and splendour of this arena are a wonder, built to be in harmony with its surroundings.
Capacity: 80,000 persons
Location: Lusail City, 20km north of central Doha
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
The Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium is located in Umm Al Afaei, one of Qatar’s most historic cities and the home of the renowned Al Rayyan SC. It is situated on the outskirts of the desert, the setting for many Qatari stories that are dear to the hearts of the locals – a friendly people who enjoy football as much as their fascinating history.
Capacity: 40,000 persons
Location: Umm Al Afaei, 20km west of central Doha
Al Janoub Stadium
Al Janoub Stadium is located in Al Wakrah, Qatar’s southernmost city and one of the country’s oldest continuously inhabited areas. A city steeped in history, but with its sights set on the future of football. As the FIFA World Cup 2022TM unfolds, the world will be invited into some of the most unique stadiums ever built for the beautiful game, Al Janoub Stadium being one of them.
Capacity: 40,000 persons
Location: Al Wakrah, 22km south of central Doha
Al Thumama Stadium
The dynamic and imaginative shape of Al Thumama Stadium celebrates both local culture and traditions and a new era in stadium design. This particular venue also holds special meaning for locals and resonates throughout the region.
Capacity: 40,000 persons
Location: Al Thumama Stadium, 12km south of central Doha
Education City Stadium
The Education City Stadium is a remarkable location. It sheds a shining light on Qatar’s role as a vibrant centre of learning for scholars and students throughout the Arab World and beyond. Education City, where it gets its name, is a thriving hub of study and knowledge. The arena is strengthened by the nearby universities, whose hallways hum with fresh concepts and tales of cutting-edge research, expressing innovative talent.
Capacity: 40,000 persons
Location: Al Rayyan, 7km north-west of central Doha
Khalifa International Stadium
Since its opening in 1976, the Khalifa International Stadium has played home to a number of significant sporting events. In fact, this arena is frequently cited while discussing football or athletics in Qatar. As a return for its long-standing service, the stadium received a thorough renovation for the FIFA World Cup 2022TM. It hosted the Amir Cup Final, a club football match that is important to all Qataris, when it reopened in May 2017.
Capacity: 40,000 persons
Location: Aspire, 5km west of central Doha
Stadium 974
Before hosting its first game, Stadium 974 created history. It is the first fully demountable covered football stadium and was entirely built out of shipping containers and modular steel, demonstrating Qatar’s dedication to innovative design and cost-effective sustainability.
Capacity: 40,000 persons
Location: Ras Abu Aboud, 10km east of central Doha
