The stadiums

Eight venues. Sixty-four matches. A world of emotion.

The stage for an unforgettable final. Its golden bowl and intricate façade made Lusail one of the defining landmarks of Qatar 2022.

The tournament began here. Inspired by the traditional bayt al sha’ar tent, Al Bayt brought a sense of Qatari hospitality to the opening match.

A long-established landmark of Qatari sport, known for its sweeping arches. It hosted the third-place play-off at Qatar 2022.

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A geometric jewel in the heart of Education City. Its World Cup programme ran from the group stage to the quarter-finals.

A venue whose façade draws on Qatari culture and the surrounding desert. It hosted group matches and a round-of-16 tie.

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Inspired by the gahfiya cap, Al Thumama became the setting for Morocco’s historic quarter-final victory over Portugal.

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Flowing lines evoke Al Wakrah’s seafaring and pearl-diving heritage. Al Janoub hosted group matches and a round-of-16 encounter.

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Built using shipping containers, this distinctive venue took its name from Qatar’s international dialling code and the number of containers used.

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