FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Sports and football fans await the biggest and most famous global event in the world of football, the FIFA World Cup™, which is held every four years and in which 32 teams compete with each other for the great title.

The teams qualify for the tournament through the continental qualifiers, and the tournament represents a wonderful opportunity for the fans who share their sympathy for the round witch. Almost 12 years ago - when FIFA announced that Qatar won the honor of organizing the 2022 World Cup finals - what remained was to translate this dream on the ground. Indeed, for a long time, many years.

With the passage of days, months, and successive years, the dream gradually became closer and closer to the point that made us cut the whole journey - towards the launch of this event - a whole year before this event, and now that we have passed the waiting period, we have now reached a new countdown that confirms that it is no longer ahead of us. Only a few days before this event.

It is worth noting that Qatar's hosting of the FIFA World Cup™ for the first time in the Arab world means a lot to the people of the Middle East. According to the news and announcements made by Qatar about the tournament, it is expected that the entire world of teams, players, and fans will have a date with a unique experience and a journey of a lifetime in Qatar.

Qatar has designed a logo for the tournament with an authentic Arabic significance. The logo symbolizes the infinity sign, an indication of the sustainable legacy that the tournament will keep in the region, and also symbolizes the number 8, which indicates the number of stadiums hosting the tournament in Qatar. The logo is inspired by the traditional shawl, which is a feature of Characteristics of the Qatari people.


As for the virtual character, or as it is called (the mascot), Qatar designed an innovative mascot bearing the name "Laib". The choice of the official mascot for the World Cup was influenced by the Arab dress in the Gulf region. It also carried a purely Arabic name, symbolizing a fun character coming from a virtual world. She is accustomed to following the World Cup tournaments throughout history and interacting with their most prominent moments. She also has a spirit of adventure, exploration and assistance. This character "Laib" will be everywhere to welcome football fans from all over the world, and to add to the enthusiastic atmosphere.

Due to the very high summer air temperature in Qatar, there was a long discussion about the date of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, as the average summer temperatures in Qatar range from 35 to 45 degrees Celsius, while the average temperatures in December and November are 16 to 25 degrees Celsius.

Accordingly, FIFA decided to hold the tournament in winter due to the high temperatures in Qatar, and the former FIFA Secretary General said in press statements in 2014: “If the World Cup is played in November and December, this would be an appropriate solution, because this time is The best weather in Qatar,” he added, “The matches will be in temperatures equivalent to those in European summer, which is ideal for playing football.”

In order to maintain the comfort of the players and fans, the temperatures inside the stadiums will be controlled and the fans protected from high temperatures. The cooling technology in the stadiums is designed to ensure that the temperatures in the stadium and the spectator area reach about 26 degrees Celsius, while maintaining sustainability and high energy efficiency compared to With traditional cooling technologies, one of the best technologies related to smart cooling technology is that the temperature can be controlled according to the number of people present in the stadium, regardless of the temperature outside. It is also assumed that the air in the stadiums will be cleaned and purified during air conditioning, which will provide comfort for athletes, spectators and all workers alike.

How does refrigeration and air conditioning technology work? This technology has been patented, and this technology cools the outside air with solar-powered air-conditioning fans, and then the cool air enters the stadium through openings in the stands and large nozzles in the stadium. After that, the air circulation technology is used, and in this technology, the cooled air is drawn back, to be re-cooled and filtered, and then the recycled air is pushed outside again into the stadium.

Qatar has a population of 2.7 million, and the State of Qatar is one of the smallest countries to host the World Cup, throughout history, in terms of area, with an area of ​​11,571 square kilometers. over the course of 28 days, which prompted it to resort to additional solutions that allow visitors to have suitable accommodation. According to statistics, more than a million fans are expected to come to Doha, and this number of fans constitutes a large percentage, or about 37% of its population.

But Qatar thought of great solutions to receive the fans. Two luxury cruise ships will dock in Doha Port throughout the World Cup, including 3898 cabins, 9 swimming pools, 45 bars, and 10 high-end food options. Other facilities include a spa, tennis courts, and the largest dry slide in the sea. around the world.

The Qatar Housing Agency works to provide approximately 100 to 130 thousand rooms, on any night of the tournament, and ticket holders can stay in apartments and villas, consisting of one bedroom to 6 rooms, and the villas are fully equipped, including kitchens, washing machines and swimming pools. And gyms, and access to it is easy by public transport.

Residents and building owners can now rent their homes to visitors, by applying for a license from the Qatar Tourism Authority, by listing their apartments through booking platforms and official rental websites.

Qatar is racing against time and entering history from its widest gates, achieving unprecedented success, as it built 7 completely private stadiums to host the World Cup competitions, while the Khalifa International Stadium witnessed comprehensive development work.

Khalifa International Stadium

Khalifa International Stadium, which can accommodate 40,000 spectators, is the first World Cup stadium to be ready. It is considered the national stadium of the country, and the birthplace of sports in Qatar, and it has a rich history in hosting many events, tournaments and sporting events in Qatar. And it has become a sporting masterpiece referred to as Lebanon among the stadiums that are characterized by the latest technology. In preparation for the 2022 World Cup, extensive development work has been carried out to make the first of the eight stadiums ready to host the tournament.

Lusail Stadium
Lusail Stadium is the largest stadium for the 2022 World Cup in terms of capacity. Lusail Stadium is located in the city of Al Daayen. The design of this exceptional stadium, which can accommodate 80,000 spectators, was inspired by the interplay of light and shadow that characterizes the traditional Arab fanar or lantern. Lusail Stadium, which is embraced by the modern city of Lusail, is characterized by a futuristic design that reflects the character of the city, and hosts the stadium 10 matches in the World Cup, including the tournament final.

South Stadium

It is considered the first stadium in Qatar to be fully constructed and is located in the city of Al-Wakra. Thanks to the design that characterizes Al Janoub Stadium, which is inspired by nature. The capacity of the stadium is 40 thousand seats.



Education City Stadium

Education City Stadium - named after the Jewel of the Desert - is located in the heart of the Qatar Foundation. This stadium, with a capacity of 40,000 spectators, is the first Qatar 2022 stadium to obtain a five-star certification in sustainability. The stadium will host 8 matches during the World Cup in Qatar, from the group stage to the quarter-finals.


Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium

Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium is located in the city of Al-Rayyan outside Doha and can accommodate 40,000 spectators. Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium was built on the site of an old stadium that bore the same name. Its external façade is adorned with symbols that indicate family bonding in Qatari society, and others that embody the beauty of desert life and the nature of wildlife. In it, the stadium will host 7 matches until the 16th round during the 2022 World Cup.

Al Thumama Stadium
The most distinctive feature of this stadium is its design, which is inspired by the traditional hat worn by most men and boys throughout the Arab world. It can also accommodate 40,000 spectators, and this stadium is the first World Cup stadium designed with Qatari fingers. The stadium will host 8 matches during the World Cup, from the group stage to the quarter-finals.


Home stadium

Al-Bayt Stadium is located in the city of Al-Khor, and perhaps the most prominent characteristic of Al-Bayt Stadium, which has a capacity of 60,000 spectators, is its celebration of originality and modernity. Enriching the experience of fans and players and ensuring they have an unparalleled football experience. It will host 9 matches in the World Cup, from the group stage to the semi-finals.


Stadium «974»
The “974” stadium is named by this name due to the number of shipping containers used in its construction, and a reference to the international communication symbol for the State of Qatar. The stadium is located minutes away from Hamad International Airport and overlooks the Gulf coast and the stunning scenery of skyscrapers in the West Bay. This stadium can accommodate 40,000 spectators, and the stadium will host 7 matches during the World Cup, from the group stage to the round of sixteen.
 

Expectations for the nominated teams:

The Qatar World Cup 2022 will witness the presence of many international teams that have previously won the tournament, and they will be candidates to win the world title in the tournament. It was repeated in the last 4 editions of the tournament with the exit of the defending champion from the group stage, and then going as far as possible in the tournament.


The French national team is expected to launch a campaign to defend its title and play strongly in Group D, which includes Denmark and Tunisia, and will be joined by the qualified team from the playoffs (UAE, Australia or Peru).

The Brazilian national team is considered the only team that participated in all versions of the World Cup, and it is the most winning the championship title (5 times).

The Argentine national team comes to the World Cup Qatar 2022 in the best possible way, after ending its long quarrel with the tournaments. By crowning him the Copa America 2021 title, and his recent coronation of the Champions Cup, which combines the Copa America champion and the Euro champion, Argentine star Lionel Messi dreams of leading the “Tango” team by winning the championship title for the third time, to return Argentina to the global throne after he returned it to the podiums, and crowns his legendary career. With the title of the greatest tournaments, Argentina will start its campaign in the World Cup from Group C, which includes Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Poland.

While Germany is preparing to restore its prestige after the disappointment of the World Cup Russia 2018, the German national team aspires to erase the fading image that appeared in the previous version of the World Cup led by its coach Hans Flick, and the draw for the World Cup Qatar 2022 placed the German team in Group E, accompanied by Spain, the holder of the World Cup title South Africa 2010, and the group also includes Japan, and the team that qualified from the play-off (Costa Rica or New Zealand) will join it.

And with England's attempts to end the jinx and return to the World Cup crowning podium, since it won the world title for the only time in its history when England hosted the 1966 World Cup, the England team could not repeat winning the World Cup title; The England national team qualified for the World Cup Qatar 2022 after occupying first place in Group Nine in the European qualifiers, with 26 points from 8 wins and two draws, and did not lose any match. ).

Besides the previous teams, there are many other teams that also have chances to compete for the World Cup; Like the Spanish national team, which proved its worth and strength when it reached the semi-finals of Euro 2020 and the final of the European Nations League 2021 before losing to France.

The Portuguese national team, Euro 2016 champion led by its star Cristiano Ronaldo, has good chances to compete for the championship title, in light of its possession of distinguished elements in various lines, provided that its coach Fernando Santos can find the appropriate combination to employ the stars who crowd his team.

The Qatar World Cup 2022 represents the last chance for Belgium's golden generation, which includes names of the value of Thibaut Courtois, Kevin de Bruyne, Eden Hazard and Romelu Lukaku. As for the Netherlands, it seeks to break the jinx in the World Cup and crown the world title after losing the final match of the World Cup 3 times.

In an interview to find out the expectations and opinions of sports analysts, such as the Egyptian star Wael Gomaa, the ambassador of the legacy of Qatar, he revealed the teams that are nominated to reach advanced roles in the World Cup, and the team that is expected to win the championship title, in an interview conducted with him on the occasion of a year remaining until the start of the World Cup Qatar competitions. 2022.

Expect Brazil and France to reach the final match, because the two teams have excellent elements in all lines, and they presented excellent results in the qualifiers. The French national team won the European Nations League, and it has an excellent England team to end the jinx and return to the World Cup podium

And a number of distinguished players. The Brazilian national team is one of the best teams in the world in recent years in terms of achieving results. It has excellent elements in all lines, in addition to the coaches; The two teams have good coaches, they have great experience and excellent potential, and they know how to make good use of the potential of the two teams.

When he was asked about the team expected to win that match (the final between Brazil and France), his expectation was the Brazilian national team, as it has all the capabilities and motives, and it has distinguished players and coaches, which is a motivation for Brazil to win the 2022 championship.

He also expected that Mbappe or Neymar would get the best player in the tournament, as they are two talented players, and they have individual and skillful potential, and they provide fun for the fans .. Their individual potential and the collective potential of their team help to win the title.

As usual, the World Cup qualifiers witnessed many unexpected surprises in all continents, as many of the bright stars failed to lead their countries to qualify for the World Cup and unfortunately confirmed their absence from the tournament.

The most prominent of these stars is the Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, who was unable to lead the Egyptian national team to qualify for the World Cup after losing to Senegal, as well as the Algerian star, Riyad Mahrez, after his team lost the World Cup seat after losing to Cameroon in the same qualifiers.

As for the European teams, one of the most prominent absentees is the Italian Jorginho, after the Italian national team lost qualification for the World Cup after the defeat from the North Macedonia national team. Erling Haaland also, the Norwegian striker, will not appear in the 2022 World Cup after his country lost in the European qualifiers from the group stage.

For the greater enjoyment of football fans in Qatar and the world at large, and as per a unanimous decision taken by the Bureau of the FIFA Council today, the first host country (Qatar) will play its first match against Ecuador on Sunday 20 November at 7pm local time to be the match. The only one on the first day of the FIFA World Cup Qatar™. The first match and the opening ceremony were presented at Al Bayt Stadium for one day only.

The International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA) has revealed that more than 2.45 million tickets have been sold to attend the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ matches, which are being held for the first time in the Arab world and the Middle East, which confirms the rising enthusiasm for the tournament among fans from all over the world, less than Three months since the start of the historic football festival.

Congratulations to the Argentine national team for winning the Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022

Argentina’s head coach:
Lionel Scaloni

Argentina World Cup 2022 Squad: