2022 Qatar World Cup Stadiums

Lusail Stadium - Lusail

The Lusail Stadium was opened in 2022 and can seat up to 80,000 fans. 6 group matches, 1 round of 16 match, 1 quarter final match, 1 semi final match, and the final, will all be played at this stadium. Inspired by the traditional fanar - or dance of light and shadow, this stadium will be converted into a space for the community, complete with shops, schools, sports facilities, and health clinics.

Al Bayt Stadium - Al Khor

The Al Bayt Stadium has a capacity of 60,000 and construction was finished in 2021. The opening match of the tournament was held there, and in total 6 group matches, 1 round of 16, 1 quarter final, and 1 semi final will be played here. The design of the stadium was inspired by Arab tents, which were set up by the ancient nomads in the area. Once the competition has finished, the stadium will be dismantled and the seating sections will be reused in training facilities near the venue. There are also plans to construct a sports medicine hospital on the grounds in the future.

Al Janoub Stadium - Al Wakrah

This stadium can seat 40,000 and it was opened in 2019. 6 group matches and 1 round of 16 match will be held here. The architect was inspired by the sails of old boats used in the port of Al Wakrah. When the competition is over, 20,000 seats will be removed and then the smaller-scale stadium will be the home ground for Qatar's Star League club Al Wakrah.

Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium - Al Rayyan

Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium was opened in 2020 and has a capacity of 40,000. 6 group matches and 1 round of 16 match will be played in this stadium. The facade of the stadium is covered in metal meshes that are designed using local patterns and let in a lot of light. After the World Cup finishes, half of the seats in the stadium will be donated to football development projects around the world. The stadium, and remaining seats, will be used by the Al Rayyan football club, which also plays in Qatar's Star League.

Khalifa International Stadium - Doha

The Khalifa International Stadium is the only venue that was not constructed after Qatar won the World Cup hosting bid. The stadium was opened in 1976 and can seat 40,000 fans. 6 group matches, 1 round of 16 match, and the third place playoff match will be played here. The renovation project on the stadium included an addition of 10,000 seats, and the implementation of air cooling technology in the stadium.

Education City Stadium - Doha

Education City Stadium was unveiled in 2020, and it has 40,000 seats. The stadium will host 6 group stage matches, 1 round of 16 match, and 1 quarter finals match. The stadium was designed with geometric shapes inspired by traditional Islamic architecture. It is located on the grounds of several leading universities, and after it is finished it will be used as a sports facility. In addition to its reuse, 15,000 seats will be removed from the stadium and donated to development projects across the world.

Stadium 974 - Doha

This stadium can seat 40,000 fans and was opened in 2021. 6 group matches and 1 round of 16 match will be played here. It was named 974 because that is the dial number for Qatar, and also because it is built on 974 shipping containers. It is the first-ever demountable arena. Officials announced that if Uruguay wins the bid to host the 2030 World Cup, it will be shipped to Maldonado, Uruguay, to be rebuilt.

Al Thumama Stadium - Doha

This stadium was built in 2021 and can host up to 40,000 spectators. 6 group matches, 1 round of 16, and 1 quarter final will be played here. The stadium design was inspired by the Ghafiya, a traditional cap worn by men in the middle east. After the tournament ends, 20,000 seats will be donated. In addition, there are plans to open sports clinics and hotels.