World Cup 2022: The 8 impressive stadiums that will host the event

Football's biggest celebration is just around the corner, with fans from all over the world counting down for the first leg of the World Cup on November 20th!

An event that promises goals, spectacle, drama, thrills, qualification and eliminations from the feet of the biggest stars of the sport, who are slowly getting ready for the top football date.

So, in view of the launch, Qatar designed and built eight impressive stadiums that stand out for their own unique design and character!

Lusail National Stadium

This is the largest and most impressive stadium that will host both the opening match between Qatar and Ecuador and the grand final on December 18. According to the information, it is expected to exceed 86 thousand seats for spectators, while it is worth noting that around it, a whole city was also erected that is filled with shopping centers, entertainment venues and luxury resorts.

Al Janub Stadium

This stadium was inaugurated in May 2019 and was designed by the British, with Iraqi roots, architect Zaha Hadid, who sadly died three years before the completion of the works.

The shape of the stadium is inspired by the dau, the traditional Arabic sailboat. Finally, it is worth noting that its roof can be completely closed and offer air conditioning both on the platforms and on the terrain

Al-Bait Stadium

Both World Cup semi-finals will take place there. Its design is inspired by the Bedouin scenes. Its capacity exceeds 60 thousand places, while it is part of a complex that includes shopping centers, a hospital and several other structures.

Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium

This stadium was rebuilt on top of the old stadium that existed in the area. It has a capacity of more than 40 thousand seats and will host matches up to the quarterfinals. After the end of the World Cup, thanks to the removal of a piece of the stands, its seats will fall below 20 thousand.

Education City Stadium

Education City Stadium has a capacity of 40,000 spectators and will host matches up to the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup. Its name comes from the most important university in Qatar and was built inside the main campus of Al-Rajan.

The original idea was to look like a diamond, however, the end result may ultimately be less glamorous than the architects imagined. After the end of the World Cup it is going to be dismantled and its materials recycled.

Al Toumama Stadium

It is located just 12 kilometers from the center of Doha and counts about 40 thousand places. Its design was based on kafiya, the traditional scarf worn mainly in the Islamic world. It can be reached via a metro line, while various shopping centers are built around them.

Khalifa International Stadium

This stadium is the only one in Qatar that existed before and was not built exclusively for the needs of the World Cup. Its opening dates back to 1976 and it is considered a football museum for the country. In 2017 there was a major renovation, while from above it looks like a huge shell.

Ras Abu Aboud Abood Stadium

The stadium is located a few kilometers from Doha, along the coast of the Persian Gulf. What makes it stand out from all the rest is that it was built from containers and for this reason it is considered the most sustainable stage of the event. It has a capacity of 40 thousand seats, while it is the first transportable football arena on the planet.