10 Things About Khalifa Stadium (FIFA World Cup 2022 Venue)

10 Things About Khalifa International Stadium (FIFA World Cup 2022 Venue)

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Khalifa International Stadium, aka the National Stadium, is a true legend for sports venues. It is multipurpose, and has hosted some of the most iconic sporting events in history.

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With a Capacity of 40,000, The Khalifa International Stadium is named after Qatar’s Emir Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani.

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The Khalifa International Stadium was inaugurated in 1976.

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It's a big venue and it's known for being a place where football fans can come to watch their favorite teams play.

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A total of 8 matches will be played during the FIFA World Cup 2022 including the match which will decide Third Place in the Tournament.

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Athletics in Qatar. Khalifa International Stadium got refit and renovated for FIFA World Cup 2022

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One of the most recognizable features of the stadium is the two grand arches that used to have a wide canopy below them.

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The Stadium got a 4-star rating in 2017.

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It became the first venue in the world to get the recognition from Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS)

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It was also the venue for the prestigious Asian Games 2006 and World Athletic Championship, 2019.

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