The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar: everything you need to know

The 2022 FIFA World Cup TM will be the 22nd edition of the international tournament contested by national football teams organized by FIFA and will be held in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022. It will be the first World Cup hosted in the Middle East, and the second hosted in an Arab country (after Morocco in 1986). This article explains everything you need to know about this upcoming event, including how it got selected when it will take place, and more.

Football History In Asia

Asian football has a long and rich history that dates back to the late 1800s when British merchants introduced the game. The first international match was played between China and Great Britain on November 14th, 1876, with China winning 4-0. Since then, Asian football has grown into one of the most popular sports across Asia. Some of the best players in history have come from this continent; for example, Son Heung-min, Hidetoshi Nakata, and Ali Daei are some of the many great players who have come from Asia.

What are the requirements to host a FIFA World Cup?

Being a rich country with a relatively small population is a big help since stadiums need to be built and teams need to travel. In fact, one of FIFA’s requirements is that only European countries can host before 2022. On top of being rich, football-loving, and ready for an international event, hosts must have enough infrastructure for tourists to stay in (hotels and restaurants) and plan how they'll get around (public transportation). When thinking about why Qatar was chosen as the host, these requirements are important.

When will the Qatari Fifa World Cup start?

In 2022, the next Qatari Fifa World Cup will be played. The date of tournament has been set to be held on November 21- December 18, with the final match being held on December 18. In addition, there will be 32 teams competing and a champion will emerge victorious. Currently, Brazil, France, Germany, Mexico, and Italy all host the world cup 2 times each.

Where are the games going to be held in Qatar?

64 matches involving 32 countries will be played at a total of eight stadiums distributed over five different Qatari cities in the FIFA World Cup 2022.

The Lusail Iconic Stadium in Lusail, Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakrah, Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Khalifa International Stadium, and Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan, and Stadium 974 and Al Thumama Stadium in Doha are the venues chosen to host the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.

Doha, the capital of Qatar, is 55 kilometers apart from each venue.

How will they get there and where can they stay?

Qatar is an Arabian Peninsula country located on the eastern coast of the Arabian Sea. It borders Saudi Arabia, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. The country has a population of 2.5 million and its climate is desert-like with average highs between 40°C and 48°C. The capital city is Doha, which also serves as the country's largest port, with other major cities being Al Khor, Lusail, Mesaieed, and Umm Sa'id.

What will be happening off the pitch during the tournament?

Football fans will be treated to a feast of football during the tournament, but there is so much more going on than just the games. Whether you're an avid supporter or not, there are plenty of reasons why this event should excite and intrigue you too. Here are some of the things that will be happening off the pitch at the tournament: -

During the opening ceremony, fireworks will shoot out into the sky from ground level, making them visible even from far away.

How much are tickets going to cost?

Tickets for the 2022 FIFA World Cup will be more expensive than tickets for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Prices are expected to range from $105 to $210 per ticket and the ticket for the final game will be ranged in price from $455 to $1100.