There are several fascinating aspects of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Apart from being the first World Cup played in the European winter, the stadiums are a marvel in themselves. All eight stadiums are situated within a 43-mile radius, meaning traveling will never become an issue.
The #FIFAWorldCup inches closer, and Qatar is ready to live all the emotions of the greatest football event in the world. ⚽ #NowIsAll #Qatar2022 pic.twitter.com/uTtaPFiKo0
— Road to 2022 (@roadto2022en) May 26, 2022
However, the craziest thing about all the venues is that seven out of the eight stadiums did not exist before Qatar were selected as the host. That is correct.
The Middle Eastern nation has built seven stadiums from scratch, though almost all of them will be dismantled in some capacity after the tournament is over. Therefore, it is a given that all the stadiums will have state-of-the-art facilities.
The gem of Qatar 😍 🦪#Qatar2022 #WorldCup2022 pic.twitter.com/hko13PpvT1
— Road to 2022 (@roadto2022en) June 10, 2022
Moreover, there are also solar panel farms and air-conditioning inside the stadium. However, there have several documented migrant deaths during the construction of the stadiums, which have caused some nations to speak out against Qatar.
Given how the stadiums have only been in existence for a few years, FootTheBall presents a full guide to all eight stadiums.
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan
The only stadium that will become a home ground for a professional football club. It has a full capacity of 40,000 and is slated to host seven matches till the round of 16. Moreover, there was an old stadium in its place, which was torn down and the materials reused or recycled.
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium is ready to go!
The latest #Qatar2022 venue has been officially inaugurated, hosting the prestigious #AmirCup Final. pic.twitter.com/ftFsW8tk7V
— Road to 2022 (@roadto2022en) December 18, 2020
It has a brightly lit, multicolored façade that represents the various shades of Qatar. Like all the stadiums, it will have its capacity decreased. However, Al Rayyan will move into the stadium, which will have a future capacity of 20,000.
Educational City Stadium, Al Rayyan
If the name sounds interesting, there is a sound reason behind it. The stadium is situated amid several universities, literally making the area “educational.” Furthermore, with a full capacity of 40,000 and an…
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