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Al Thumama Stadium firework display
FIFA World Cup 2022
The First Arab-Hosted World Cup
Qatar was the first Arab country to host a FIFA World Cup. The 2022 FIFA World Cup took place in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022. It was the first World Cup held in an Arab nation, and only the second to be held in Asia.
The tournament was one of the most eventful and spectacular in the World Cup’s history with Argentina emerging in a sensational final as winners, with Lionel Messi lifting the country’s third World Cup title following a dramatic final victory against France. Approximately 4,000 England fans and 3,000 Wales fans made the trip to Qatar to lend their support to their respective teams.
Hats off to Qatar for hosting an incredible World Cup
England fans during FIFA World Cup 2022
Bristish Soccer Fans
British soccer fans at the World Cup in Qatar behaved impeccably and none were arrested at the global tournament, the UK’s football policing lead said.
The behaviour of England and Wales out in Qatar was absolutely exemplary.
Qatar fans celebrating at FIFA 2022
A Lasting Legacy
After winning its bid for the 2022 World Cup in 2010 Doha embarked on a vast programme of investment in infrastructure, tourism, and the sports industry in preparation of the tournament.
The Stadiums of FIFA 2022
Al Bayt Stadium
Lusail Stadium
Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium
Al Janoub Stadium
Qatar fans support their team, FIFA 2022
Education City Stadium
Khalifa International Stadium
Stadium 974
Al Thumama Stadium
These investments are estimated to have cost over $220 billion and formed part of the country’s National Vision 2030. In the run up to the games, Doha also introduced landmark labour reforms and became the first Gulf State to invite the International Labour Organisation – which promotes worker standers – to set up a permanent presence locally. This has helped make Qatar the most progressive state for workers’ rights in the Gulf.
Together these developments not only enabled Qatar to host a highly successful tournament but have created a lasting legacy which looks set to benefit both the country and the wider region for generations to come.
Argentina celebrate victory, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Qatar also transformed its transportation infrastructure by:
- Building the Doha Metro and Tram Service
- Expanding Doha International Airport
- Constructing a cruise terminal port in Doha to allow cruise ships to dock during the events and act as extra accommodation for fans
These transportation links will benefit future generations of Qatari residents.
The World Cup provided a major boost to Qatar’s tourist industry. It not only brought in an influx of new visitors during the contest but also saw an uplift in visitors after the contest closed.
The tournament boosted Qatar’s sporting industry and sporting infrastructure. It drew international attention to the way Qatar has developed a specialist niche as a training hub for sports players with a unique capacity to identify and build up future generations of athletes.
David Beckham – Generation Amazing
Generation Amazing Foundation
This was made possible by Generation Amazing Foundation, which has been using the power of sport to enrich people’s lives for over a decade. It has reached out to more than 35 countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, helping communities come together through football by providing the equipment needed to play and building quality football pitches so young people have a space to gather and socialise.
We’re committed to going beyond the World Cup. We look forward to using football and other sports as a tool for social development and empowering youth globally.