FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar Tournament Overview
The 2022 FIFA World Cup will be the 22nd edition of the quadrennial international men’s football championship contested by the senior national teams of FIFA’s member associations. Qatar will host the event from November 20 to December 18 2022.
It is an absolute dream of a schedule for football fans to be able to follow during the World Cup in 2022. It consists of four daily matches, all of which occur within 46 miles of each other during the group stage. Taking advantage of this ultra-convenient schedule, football fans can participate in a feast of championship football at its best. As part of your World Cup preparations, we have put together a tentative schedule for the 2022 World Cup to help you start planning your ultimate World Cup experience.
Interesting Facts about FIFA World Cup 2022 Tournament
As you know, the 2022 World Cup is scheduled to take place from November 21 to December 18 this year, and it will be a unique one because of several reasons:
- The 2022 World Cup will be more than 28 days long, making it the shortest tournament since the 1978 World Cup.
- The 2022 World Cup will be the last to feature 32 teams; in 2026, 48 teams will compete.
- Normally, the World Cup takes place in June and July, but due to Qatar’s high summer temperatures, the 2022 World Cup will take place during its winter months.
- As the first World Cup to be held in the Middle East, this will be a historical event.
- The host stadiums are all within a 35-mile radius of Doha, making multiple matches highly convenient to fans.
How Soon Will The Schedule For The 2022 World Cup Be Finalized?
On June 14, 2022, all 32 countries qualified for the World Cup. The final schedule has been finalized, with match times suitable for fans, players, and media.
How Many Matches Will There Be At the World Cup In 2022?
A total of 64 matches will be played during the 28-day World Cup. There are 48 group matches and 16 knockout matches.
What Is The Location Of The 2022 World Cup Matches?
Please tell me where the World Cup matches of 2022 will be played in Doha and around the area so I can plan accordingly. Venues for the 2022 World Cup are as follows:
- Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor
- Al Rayyan Stadium in Al Rayyan
- Al Janoub Stadium in Al Wakrah
- Al Thumama Stadium in Doha
- Education City Stadium in Doha
- Khalifa International Stadium in Doha
- Stadium 974 in Doha
- Lusail Stadium in Lusail
There are 46 miles between each World Cup venue, making it possible for fans to attend as many games as they wish during this tournament.
