The World Cup in Qatar is quick approaching, with solely eight months till the event kicks off in Doha.
Thirty two groups will play a complete of 64 video games throughout 27 days within the battle to be named World Champions, with France the early favourites however loads of sturdy sides keen to problem the present holders.
You could find out every part in regards to the draw for the event under.
When is the World Cup draw? All the important thing particulars forward of Qatar showpiece
However, whereas the groups could also be well-known, the venues for the event video games are far much less so. 101 Nice Objectives takes a have a look at the eight venues which might be set to carry the month-long showpiece.
Al Bayt Stadium
AL KHOR, QATAR – DECEMBER 18: A view of Al Bayt Stadium area and stands through the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar on December 18, 2021 in Al Khor, Qatar. (Picture by Eurasia Sport Photos/Getty Photos)
Capability: 60,000
Video games to be performed: Opening sport and matches by to the semi-finals
The second-largest stadium for use for the competitors, Al Bayt stadium is about to host the opening sport of the competitors.
Positioned in Al Kohr, round 35km exterior of Doha, the 60,000 seater enviornment has a tent-like design with a retractable roof. It was opened formally on the finish of November 2021, when Qatar noticed off Bahrain courtesy of a 1-0 scoreline within the opener of the FIFA Arab Cup.
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
AL RAYYAN, QATAR – DECEMBER 22: A view of Ahmed bin Ali Stadium facade through the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar on December 22, 2021 in Al Rayyan, Qatar. (Picture by Eurasia Sport Photos/Getty Photos)
Capability: 40,000
Video games to be performed: Group matches, spherical of 16
Residence to Saudi Professional League facet Al Rayyan, this stadium was demolished in 2014 to be able to be rebuilt into a much bigger venue for the upcoming event. Set to host group stage matches and a spherical of 16 tie, it was opened formally in December 2020, and hosted 4 Arab Cup video games final 12 months.
After the event, the capability is about to drop to only 21,000 seats, with the ‘dismantled higher tier’ to be donated to “nations in want of sporting infrastructure.”
Al Janoub Stadium
AL WAKRAN, QATAR – FEBRUARY 15, 2022: Al-Janoub Stadium previously often called Al-Wakrah Stadium is a retractable roof soccer stadium in Qatar and was inaugurated on 16 Could 2019. That is the second among the many eight stadiums for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. On February 15, 2022 in Al Wakrah, Qatar. (Picture credit score ought to learn Sidhik Keerantakath/Eyepix Group/Future Publishing by way of Getty Photos)
Capability: 40,000
Video games to be performed: Group matches and spherical of 16
Positioned within the east of Qatar, this 40,000 seater stadium is the present residence of Qatar Stars League facet Al Wakrah SC.
In keeping with the designers of the stadium, it has been impressed by the sails of boats used within the Pink Sea and Indian Ocean, as ‘bowed beams maintain up the roof, resembling a ship’s hull and permitting gentle to flood into the sector’.
The second stadium accomplished on this record, Al Janoub Stadium is about to play host to group stage matches and spherical of 16 ties within the upcoming event.
Khalifa Worldwide Stadium
DOHA, QATAR – JANUARY 05: Normal view of the Khalifa Stadium taken from the Torch Resort through the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar on January 05, 2021 in Doha, Qatar. (Picture by MB Media/Getty Photos)
Capability: 40,000
Video games to be performed: Group matches, spherical of 16, and third place playoff
The nationwide stadium positioned in Doha, Al Khalifa was the primary enviornment to be made prepared for the World Cup all the way in which again in 2017. Nevertheless, it has been used lengthy earlier than that. It formally opened in 1976, however has been renovated twice since then, and has performed host to a variety of sports activities together with monitor and area occasions, with the Doha Diamond League happening there.
Now as much as a capability of 40,000 for the event, it should play host to the third-place play-off sport, in addition to spherical of 16 and group stage ties.
Qatar Basis Stadium
AL RAYYAN, QATAR – JANUARY 05: A view of Training Metropolis Stadium facade through the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar on January 5, 2022 in Al Rayyan, Qatar. (Picture by Eurasia Sport Photos/Getty Photos)
Capability: 40,000
Video games to be performed: Group matches, spherical of 16, and quarter-finals
Also referred to as the Training Metropolis Stadium, it turned the third stadium for the event to be opened, in June 2020. For the World Cup, it should have a capability of 40,000, earlier than it halves after the event to only 25,000 spectators. Will probably be used for athletics by the academic services that encompass the ‘diamond within the desert’, so-called due to the shiny white design that surrounds the sector.
For the event, it will likely be used for video games throughout to the quarter-final stage of the competitors.
Lusail Stadium
DOHA, QATAR – DECEMBER 16: A basic view exterior the Lusail Stadium venue for the 2022 FIFA World Cup Remaining through the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar on December 16, 2021 in Doha, Qatar. (Picture by Shaun Botterill/Getty Photos)
Capability: 80,000
Video games to be performed: Video games throughout to the ultimate.
The flagship stadium for the event, Lusail was commissioned in 2014 and will likely be the place the ultimate is performed out. With a capability of 80,000 individuals and simply 25km exterior of Doha, it was as a result of host pleasant video games forward of the event, however delays to development left this unattainable.
It was lastly opened in November 2021, and after the event its capability will likely be halved, and Lusail Stadium will turn out to be a part of a wider infrastructure that features retailers and numerous different facilities.
Ras Abu Aboud Stadium
DOHA, QATAR – DECEMBER 07: A view of the Facade of FIFA World Cup Stadium 974 throughout Arab Cup Qatar on December 7, 2021 in Doha, Qatar. (Picture by Eurasia Sport Photos/Getty Photos)
Capability: 40,000
Video games to be performed: Group matches and spherical of 16
The oddest wanting stadium of the group, the Ras Abou Aboud Stadium (also called Stadium 974) is essentially made up of transport containers and is a short lived stadium constructed solely for the World Cup. It’s the first of its form for use within the historical past of the event, and after the competitors the containers will likely be reportedly despatched to Africa to assist underdeveloped nations.
For the event, nonetheless, it should play host to video games by the group phases and the spherical of 16.
Al Thumama Stadium
DOHA, QATAR – DECEMBER 15: Normal view exterior the stadium previous to the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021 Semi-Remaining match between Qatar and Algeria at Al Thumana Stadium on December 15, 2021 in Doha, Qatar. (Picture by Michael Regan – FIFA/FIFA by way of Getty Photos)
Capability: 40,000
Video games to be performed: Group matches, spherical of 16, and quarter-finals
Opened in November 2021, the Al Thumama Stadium will maintain video games for his or her 40,000 capability throughout to the quarter remaining phases.
In accordance to the designers, ‘Al Thumama Stadium’s facade attracts inspiration from the woven patterns of a gafhiya, a conventional cap for Muslim males. Its symbolism is rooted in virtues like dignity and freedom, an homage to its Qatari hosts.’
After the event, like others its capability will likely be halved to only 20,000, with the opposite seats getting used elsewhere.