Eight massive stadiums and one of them is even removable

Qatar is a country in constant transformation. And the eight stadiums that will host the World Cup do not escape this maxim. Seven of them were built specifically for this year-end event. The rest have received a major makeover. However, just like in South Africa and Brazil, some of those giant masses will disappear or be recycled once the next world champion lifts the cup everyone wants on December 18th. They are inspired, how could it be otherwise, by the history and culture of the Arab world.

Al Bait Stadium, with a capacity of 60,000 spectators, it will be the scene of the inaugural match between Qatar and Ecuador and will host nine games. It is located in Al Khor, a city located 35 kilometers north of Doha. Its design is inspired by the tents used by the nomadic peoples of the region. After the World Cup, the field will reduce its capacity because most of the seats will be donated to underdeveloped countries.

Lusail is the most desired stadium: It will host the World Cup final and will host 10 games in total, including Argentina’s first two matches against Saudi Arabia and Mexico. Its design is inspired by the play of light and shadow that characterizes the ‘fanar lantern, while its shape is inspired by the bowls handmade in the region. With a capacity of 80,000 people and located 15 kilometers from Doha, it is located in a new mega-tech city, which bears the same name as the stadium and is known as the Energy City.

The 974, on the other hand, is a temporary and multicolored stadium, with a capacity of 40,000 fans, designed by the Spanish architecture firm Fenwick Iribarren Arquitects, It will be the first demountable stage of a World Cup. The idea is to transport it to other cities for other uses. How can it be moved? Because they are made from shipping containers, which pay homage to the host country’s long tradition of trade and shipping.

What is the chromatic variety due to? This is not an aesthetic problem, but a visual convention. The yellow containers will be the public toilets; the blue ones will represent the sales areas to the public; the green ones, the safety and first aid rooms; the silver color will be used for VIP entrances and men’s prayer areas; and black, to women’s prayer areas and identification in entry areas. Why is it called 974? It is the number of containers used and, moreover, it is the country code of Qatar. Seven games will be played. One of them will be Argentina-Poland.

With the privilege of watching the debut of France, world champions, against Australia, the stadium al janoub, with a capacity of 40,000 spectators, will host another six games. It is located in Al Wakrah, one of the oldest population centers in the country, and was the first to be built for Qatar 2022. Its design reflects the wind-blown sails of traditional ‘dhow’ boats, a tribute to the fishing tradition and searching for pearls in the region. It has a retractable roof and a solar-powered cooling system. After December 18, it will reduce its capacity to 20,000.

Even the stadium City of education it takes place for 40,000 spectators. It will host six group stage matches, a round of 16 and a quarter-final. Also designed by the Spanish firm, it bears the name of the place where it was built, which houses the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Development. The facade has diamond-shaped geometric patterns that simulate a change in color depending on the reflection of the sun. At night, it transforms into a digital light show that illuminates the facade, giving fans an amazing show. Known as “The Diamond of the Desert”, it is the first World Cup venue to be awarded five stars for its design and sustainability.

The ahmad bin ali, like its predecessors, has a capacity of 40,000 fans and will host seven matches. Built in Al Rayyan, a city that has a great football culture due to its football team. Its design is inspired by the Qatari desert and through an undulating facade. It is one of the refurbished stadiums, based on 80% of the original. After the World Cup, it will also reduce its capacity.

The Al Tumama stadium also remained with 40,000 spectators, which will see eight live matches. It is another of the settings designed by Fenwick Iribarren. Its design is unmistakable, as it is inspired by the ‘gahfiya’, the traditional knitted cap worn by men and boys in the Middle East. After the World Cup, a hotel will be installed at the top and a branch of a well-known sports clinic will be opened.

The last stop is the stadium International Khalifa, also with room for 40,000 spectators, and will also have eight matches. It was built in 1976, where the Asian Games, Arabian Gulf Cup and AFC Asian Cup were held, and was remodeled for the World Cup. The facade has been modernized, an additional 12,000 seats have been placed, and a powerful cooling system and state-of-the-art LED lighting system have been installed. Nearby is the Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum.

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