Qatar is set to host the world's greatest competition ever - The FIFA World Cup in 2022.
As we are now the spectators of the huge international event, so let's take a look at the information every football fan should know while watching Qatar 2022.
When will FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 take place?
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 will take place from 21 November to 18 December 2022. The final is Qatar's National Day.
Why does FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 take place in Winter?
The 2022 World Cup will take place in Qatar in winter rather than the usual summer due to the heat. The average temperature expected during the tournament is 15°C to 24°C, which will provide better conditions for players and fans.
When will the World Cup matches take place in 2022?
The kick-off timings of World Cup Qatar 2022 set by FIFA:
Group stage:
1 pm (10:00 GMT)
4 pm (13:00 GMT)
7 pm (16:00 GMT)
10 pm (19:00 GMT)
Round of 16 and Quarter Finals:
6 pm (15:00 GMT)
10 pm (19:00 GMT)
Semi-Finals:
10 pm (19:00 GMT)
Third Place and Final:
6 pm (15:00 GMT)
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What is the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC)?
Qatar's Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) is the entity responsible for overseeing all construction and infrastructure projects for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
How much is the total budget the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC)is spending to host FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022?
The SC is currently working to a budget of around QAR 23 billion (approximately US$6.5bn) on stadiums and training sites over 12 years, which is comparable to recent FIFA World Cup™ tournaments and Olympic Games. It should be noted that SC is not financially responsible for national infrastructure development.
Where will the World Cup matches take place in 2022?
There are eight venues where the FIFA World Cup 2022 matches will take place.
Maximum travelling distance between host venues is 75 kilometres (Al Bayt Stadium to Al Janoub Stadium).
1. Al Bayt Stadium
City: Al Khor
Capacity: 60,000
- 5x Group Matches (incl. Opening Match)
- 1x Round of 16
- 1x Quarter-Final
- 1x Semi-Final
Image Source: Qatar2022 Official Site
2. Al Janoub Stadium
City: Al Wakrah
Capacity: 40,000
- 5x Group Matches
- 1x Round of 16
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3. Al Rayyan Stadium
City: Al Rayyan
Capacity: 40,000
- 5x Group Matches
- 1x Round of 16
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4. Khalifa International Stadium
City: Doha
Capacity: 40,000
- 5x Group Matches
- 1x Round of 16
- Match for Third Place
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5. Ras Abu Aboud Stadium
City: Ras Abu Aboud
Capacity: 40,000
- 5x Group Matches
- 1x Round of 16
Image Source: Qatar2022 Official Site
6. Al Thumama Stadium
City: Doha
Capacity: 40,000
- 5x Group Matches
- 1x Round of 16
- 1x Quarter-Final
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7. Education City Stadium
City: Doha
Capacity: 40,000
- 5x Group Matches
- 1x Round of 16
- 1x Quarter-Final
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8. Lusail Stadium
City: Lusail
Capacity: 80,000
- 5x Group Matches
- 1x Round of 16
- 1x Quarter-Final
- 1x Semi-Final
- Final
Image Source: Qatar2022 Official Site
Applications are open for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 tickets
The opening FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ ticket application phase launched on 19 January 2022.
How much will the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 tickets cost?
Here are the ticket products fans can apply for and their prices.
Individual Match Ticket(s)
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Tickets for a specific match, which are available for all matches from the opening game through to the final
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Team-Specific Ticket Series
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For those who want to watch a certain team on every step of their journey in Qatar, starting with the three group matches
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Four-Stadium Ticket Series
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FIFA’s new ticketing product provides fans with a unique opportunity to sample the atmosphere across four different matches and iconic stadiums on subsequent days, thanks to the short distances within Qatar
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Accessibility Tickets
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Providing tailored facilities and spaces for disabled people and people with limited mobility covering a range of requirements as part of any of the products above
All tickets will be sold in Qatari riyal (QAR) to both residents of Qatar and international fans. Ticket categories 1, 2 and 3 are available to all fans, while ticket category 4 is only reserved for Qatar residents.
Prior to the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup on 1 April 2022, fans will have a second chance to secure tickets during a first-come, first-served sales phase, the precise details of which will follow in due course.
Further sales phases will take place after the Final Draw and will feature additional products, including:
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Supporter Tickets
For fans who want to sit among their team’s fellow supporters
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Conditional Supporter Tickets
What country is Qatar? Where is it?
Location: Western Asia
Population: 2.881 million
Capital city: Doha
Official language: Arabic (English is widely used)
Is Qatar a safe place to visit?
Qatar is ranked as the safest country in the region and in the top 20 globally. Qatar already hosts more than 90 major sporting events annually.
What are the flight times to Qatar/Doha from different cities?
Kuwait: 1hr 25min
Muscat: 1hr 50min
Mumbai: 4hr 5min
Istanbul: 4hr 10min
Moscow: 5hr 20min
Berlin: 5hr 55min
Madrid: 6hr 40min
Paris: 6hr 25 min
London: 6hr 45min
Beijing: 9hr 10min
New York: 12hr 30min
Sao Paulo: 15hr 15min
Los Angeles: 15hr 50min
Does Qatar have a visa-free entry?
Yes. People from a total of 80 countries have visa-free entry into Qatar.
Will alcohol be available at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022?
Not everywhere, but it will be available in designated areas such as hotels.
Which are the best places to stay when in Qatar?
Qatar will have a variety of options to suit every visitor, available to book now.
Accommodations in Qatar for FIFA World Cup attendees:
- Apartments & Villas
- Cruise Ship Hotels
- Fan Villages
- Hotels
Some travelers now might be forced to stay in tents in the desert rather than ina traditional hotels due to hotel rooms “running out” in Qatar.
Where can I find more information about Qatar 2022?
For more information about Qatar 2022, you may visit the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy’s website: www.sc.qa
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