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Qatar world cup stadiums, schedule, Date and Time. 

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The world cup in qatar will be a unique moment of the 21st century when the biggest show in the world enters a new territory.

The Middle East will get an opportunity to showcase the best of its culture, hospitality and technology. As fans and players from across the globe land in Qatar, the region’s reputation as a major sporting destination will be established once and for all.

The football carnival begins on November 20, with the final at the Lusail Stadium on December 18.

Matches will be held at eight venues across the country. The other seven venues are stadium 974, AI thumama stadium, AI Bayt Stadium, Khalifa International Stadium, Ahmed bin Ali Stadium (Al Rayyan), Educaation City Stadium, and the AI Janoub Stadium (Al Wakrah).

A total of 32 Teams are participating In the events and they are grouped as below :

Group A 

Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal and Netherlands

Group B 

England, IR Iran, USA and Wales

Group C 

Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland

Group D 

France, Australia, Denmark and Tunisia

Group E 

Spain, Costa Rica, Germany and Japan

Group F 

Belgium, Canada, Morocco and Croatia

Group G 

Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland and Cameroon

Group H 

Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay and Korea Republic

World Cup Qatar 2022 match Schedule Dates

The group phase will be played from 20 November to 2 December. The knockout phase will begin with the Round of 16 from 3-6 December.

The quarter-finals will be played on 9 and 10 December, with the semi-finals on 13 and 14 December. The play-off for the third place will unfold on 17 December, one day before the final.

World Cup Qatar 2022 stadiums

The 64 matches of the tournament will take place across eight venues –

AL Bayt Stadium

Al Bayt Stadium - qatar world cup stadiums
Al Bayt Stadium  – (Credit -Google)

This stadium is the host of the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2022

It has the capacity of 60,000 Spectators

The design honours Qatar’s past and present, while keeping one eye on the future of the community.

Opening match at AL Bayt Stadium

The stadium was inaugurated on 30 November 2021 during the opening day of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021.

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time

Al Bayt Stadium will host the opening match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, along with numerous other games, including one semi-final.

20 November  Group A: Qatar v Ecuador (1900 local time)

23 November  Group F: Morocco v Senegal (1300 local time)

25 November  Group B: England v USA (2200 local time)

27 November  Group E: Spain v Germany (2200 local time)

29 November  Group A: Netherlands v Qatar (1800 local time)

1 December  Group E: Costa Rica v Germany (2200 local time)

4 December  Round of 16: 1B v 2A (2200 local time)

10 December  Quarter-final: W51 v W52 (2200 local time)

14 December  Semi-final W59 v W60 (2200 local time)

Khalifa International Stadium

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Khalifa International Stadium (Credit -Google)

A Sporting Legend Re-Energised

It has the capacity of 40,000 Spectators

The stadium’s dual arches remained intact following the redevelopment and have now been complemented by a wide canopy below which supports the stadium’s integration of the new cooling system. The new LED lighting system adds a new dimension to the fan experience.

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time

The stadium is set to host six group-stage matches, one Round-of-16 game and the play-off for third place at Qatar 2022.

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Khalifa International Stadium indoor

21 November Group B: England v Iran (1600 local time)

23 November Group E: Germany v Japan (1600 local time)

25 November Group A: Netherlands v Ecuador (1900 local time)

27 November Group F: Croatia v Canada (1900 local time) 29 November Group A: Ecuador v Senegal (1800 local time)

1 December Group E: Japan v Spain (2200 local time)

3 December Round of 16: 1A v 2B (1800 local time)

17 December 3rd Place (1800 local time)

Opening match at Khalifa International Stadium

Built in 1976, Khalifa International Stadium has hosted the Asian Games, Arabian Gulf Cup and AFC Asian Cup. In 2019, it hosted the IAAF World Athletics Championships, along with matches during the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019.

 Al Thumama Stadium
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Al Thumama Stadium

A Venue Steeped in culture and tradition

It has the capacity of 40,000 Spectators

The stadium’s design represents the gahfiya – a traditional woven cap worn by men and boys across the Middle East

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google) Al Thumama Stadium indoor
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

The stadium is set to host six group-stage matches along with a Round-of-16 match and one quarter-final.

21 November  Group A: Senegal v Netherlands (1900 local time)

23 November  Group E: Spain v Costa Rica (1900 local time)

25 November  Group A: Qatar v Senegal (1600 local time)

27 November  Group F: Belgium v Morocco (1600 local time)

29 November  Group B: Iran v USA (2200 local time)

1 December  Group F: Canada v Morocco (1800 local time)

4 December  Round of 16: 1D v 2C (1800 local time)

10 December  Quarter-final: W55 v W57 (1800 local time)

Opening match at AI Thumama Stadium

Al Thumama Stadium was inaugurated on 22 October 2021 when it hosted the Amir Cup final between Al Sadd and Al Rayyan.

Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
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Where Deset Stories Unfold

It has the capacity of 40,000 Spectators.

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time

Monday, November 21: Group B, USA v Wales (11pm UAE time)

Wednesday, November 23: Group F, Belgium v Canada (11pm)

Friday, November 25: Group B, Wales v Iran (2pm)

Sunday, November 27: Group E, Japan v Costa Rica (2pm)

Tuesday, November 29: Group B, Wales v England (11pm)

Thursday, December 1: Group F, Croatia v Belgium (7pm)

Round of 16

Saturday, December 3: Match 50, Group C winner v Group D runner-up (11pm)

Lusail Stadium

qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

Alive with Heritage an icon for the future, It has the capacity of 80,000 Spectators

The stadium’s design is inspired by the interplay of light and shadow that characterises the ‘fanar’ lantern.

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time
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qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

Qatar’s biggest tournament venue (80,000 tournament capacity) will host the final, along with matches during every stage of Qatar 2022.

22 November Group C: Argentina v Saudi Arabia (1300 local time)

24 November Group G: Brazil v Serbia (2200 local time)

26 November Group C: Argentina v Mexico (2200 local time)

28 November Group H: Portugal v Uruguay (2200 local time)

30 November Group C: Saudi Arabia v Mexico (2200 local time)

2 December Group G: Cameroon v Brazil (2200 local time)

5 December Round of 16: 1H v 2G (12200 local time)

9 December Quarter-final: W49 v W50 (2200 local time)

13 December Semi-final: W57 v W58 (2200 local time)

18 December Final (1800 local time)

Stadium 974
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

Innovation at the heart of it all

It has the capacity of 40,000 Spectators

The only waterfront venue with a spectacular view of the Doha skyline, Stadium 974 was constructed using standard certified shipping containers and modular steel elements, echoing the nearby port and the industrial history of the plot.

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time
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qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

Stadium 974 will host seven matches during the FIFA World Cup, with six group games and one Round of 16 knockout match.

22 November Group C: Mexico v Poland (1900 local time)

24 November Group H: Portugal v Ghana (1900 local time)

26 November Group D: France v Denmark (1900 local time)

28 November Group G: Brazil v Switzerland (1900 local time)

30 November Group H: Poland v Argentina (2200 local time)

02 December Group G: Serbia v Switzerland (2200 local time)

05 December Round of 16: 1G v 2H (2200 local time)

Opening match at Stadium 974

The 40,000-tournament capacity stadium was unveiled during a digital launch in November 2021 and hosted its first match during the opening day of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021 when the United Arab Emirates played Syria on 30 November 2021.

Education City Stadium
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

A Shimmering jewel of inspiration

It has the capacity of 40,000 Spectators

The facade of the stadium features triangles that form complex, diamond-like geometrical patterns which appear to change colour with the sun’s movement across the sky.

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

The stadium is set to host six group-stage matches along with a Round-of-16 game and one quarter-final.

22 November  Group D: Denmark v Tunisia (1600 local time)

24 November  Group H: Uruguay v Korea Republic (1600 local time)

26 November  Group C: Poland v Saudi Arabia (1600 local time)

28 November  Group H: Korea Republic v Ghana (1600 local time)

30 November  Group D: Tunisia v France (1800 local time)

2 December  Group H: Korea Republic v Portugal (1800 local time)

6 December  Round of 16: 1F v 2E (1800 local time)

6 December  Quarter-final: W53 v W54 (1800 local time)

Opening match at Education city Stadium

The stadium was inaugurated in June 2020 during a virtual event that paid tribute to frontline healthcare workers during the coronavirus pandemic.

AI Janoub Stadium
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)
qatar world cup stadiums (Credit -Google)

See football Sail into a new era

It has the capacity of 40,000 Spectators

The design is inspired by the sails of traditional dhow boats, in tribute to Al Wakrah’s seafaring past.

World Cup Matches at this stadium : Group, Date & Local Time
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Al Janoub Stadium indoor (Credit-google)

The stadium is set to host six group-stage matches along with one Round-of-16 match.

22 November  Group D: France v Australia (2200 local time)

24 November  Group G: Switzerland v Cameroon (1300 local time)

26 November  Group D: Tunisia v Australia (1300 local time)

28 November  Group G: Cameroon v Serbia (1300 local time)

30 November  Group D: Australia v Denmark (1800 local time)

1 December  Group H: Ghana v Uruguay (1800 local time)

5 December Round of 16: 1E v 2F (1800 local time)

Opening match at AI Janoub Stadium

The stadium was inaugurated on 16 May 2019 when it hosted the 2019 Amir Cup final.

Most World Cup titles

Brazil (5)

Germany (4)

Italy (4)

Argentina (2)

World Cup 2026: next edition

Canada, Mexico and the USA will host the 2026 tournament.

FAQ :

What teams are in the 2022 World Cup?

Total of 32 teams are participating in World Cup in qatar.

Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal and Netherlands
England, IR Iran, USA and Wales
Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
France, Australia, Denmark and Tunisia
Spain, Costa Rica, Germany and Japan
Belgium, Canada, Morocco and Croatia
Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland and Cameroon
Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay and Korea Republic

What are the dates of the Qatar World Cup?

The football carnival begins on November 20, 2022, with the final at the Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022.

How long is the 2022 World Cup?

29 days this is the shortest world cup due to Qatar’s intense summer heat and humidity, this World Cup will be held in the winter, making it the first tournament not to be held in May, June, or July and to take place in the northern autumn.

Which country will hold World Cup 2022?

Qatar will hold the world Cup from 20 November to 18 December 2022.

Where is the World Cup 2022 final?

Qatar’s biggest tournament venue Lusail Stadium (80,000 tournament capacity) will host the final, along with matches during every stage of Qatar 2022. 18 December 2022 Final (1800 local time)

Where will the World Cup of 2022 take place?

Qatar will hold the world Cup from 20 November to 18 December 2022.

When is FIFA Qatar?

The football carnival begins in Qatar From November 20, with the final at the Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022.

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