The 2022 World Cup in Qatar begins four years today look at the latest stadium pictures

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar begins four years today look at the latest stadium pictures
The four-year countdown to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar has officially begun.It will be the first time a World Cup is not held in June and July due to the sweltering temperatures.Hassan Al Thawadi, the Secretary General of the Qatar’s Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) poses with former Spain international and World Cup 2022 ambassador Xavi Hernandez18
Hassan Al Thawadi, the Secretary General of the Qatar’s Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) poses with former Spain international and World Cup 2022 ambassador Xavi Hernandez
Starting on November 21 and finishing on December 18, 1.5 million football fans are expected to visit Qatar, the first Arab state to host the tournament.Having a Winter World Cup has been controversial along with allegations of bribery in the selection process involving members of Fifas Executive Committee, a British worker falling to his death and other employees being left unpaid.The World Cup will be played in eight stadiums across Qatar. Here, talkSPORT brings you the latest pictures of each stadium.

Khalifa International StadiumCapacity 40,000Location Doha

This is the only World Cup stadium thats been built. It opened for the first time in May 2017 when hosting the Emir Cup final.The stadium has previously hosted the Asian Games, the Gulf Cup and the AFC Asian Cup.British workerZac Cox, 40, died in January 2017 after falling from 40 ft when a catwalk he was helping to install collapsed.18Khalifa International StadiumKhalifa International Stadium18
Khalifa International Stadium
Khalifa International Stadium18
Khalifa International Stadium

Lusail StadiumCapacity 80,000Location Lusail

Lusail Stadium is the biggest sports venue in Qatar and it will host the World Cup final.The complete design for the stadium is set to be unveiled next month.18Lusail StadiumLusail Stadium18
Lusail Stadium
Lusail Stadium18
Lusail Stadium

Ras Abu Aboud StadiumCapacity 40,000Location Doha

This stadium will host the quarter-finals stage of the World Cup.It will be the first demountable and reusable venue in history. Shipping containers will be used to build the stadium.Ras Abu Aboud Stadium18
Ras Abu Aboud Stadium

Al Thumama StadiumCapacity 40,000Location Al Thumama

This stadium is the only World Cup venue being designed by a Qatari.Most of the concrete frame on the lower tier has been completed, while the upper tier is believed to be progressing well.Al Thumama Stadium18
Al Thumama Stadium
Al Thumama Stadium18
Al Thumama Stadium
Al Thumama Stadium18
Al Thumama Stadium

Education City StadiumCapacity 40,000Location Doha

Education City Stadium is located at the heart of the Qatar Foundation. The venue will host World Cup games up until the quarter-finals stage.It is set to become the home of the Qatar Womens football team.The stadium, known as The Diamond in the Desert, will reduce its capacity by half after the tournament – 20,000 seats will be donated to build other venues in developing countries.Education City Stadium18
Education City Stadium
Education City Stadium18
Education City Stadium
Education City Stadium18
Education City Stadium

Al Rayyan StadiumCapacity 40,000Location: Al Rayyan

Similarly to the Education City Stadium, World Cup matches will be played in this venue up until the quarter-finals stage.Al Rayyan Stadium18
Al Rayyan Stadium
Al Rayyan Stadium18
Al Rayyan Stadium

Al Bayt StadiumCapacity: 60,000Location: Al Khor

This stadium is being designed to represent Arab hospitality. Games will be played up until the semi-finals stage.It will be covered by a structure resembling a traditional Arab tent. The stadium structure has been completed along with the installation of the retractable roof.18Al Bayt Stadium

Al Wakrah StadiumCapacity: 40,000Location: Al Wakrah

This stadium will have a cooling system and a retractable roof. It is set to be open all year round.Al Wakrah Stadium18
Al Wakrah Stadium


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