The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 has unveiled its match schedule on Wednesday, as the hosts will kick off the tournament at Al Bayt Stadium on November 21, 2022 at 13:00 local time.
During the 12-day group stage, there will be four matches per day that are set for 13:00, 16:00, 19:00 and 22:00 local time except in the final round, which is unprecedented in the FIFA World Cup history.
Al Bayt Stadium, a 60,000-capacity arena that takes its name and shape from the traditional tents used by nomadic peoples in the Gulf region, will be the stage for hosts Qatar.
Starting from December 3, the matches in knockout-stage will kick off at 18:00 and 22:00. The play-off for third place on December 17 is set to kick off at Khalifa International Stadium at 18:00, while the final is scheduled one day later at 18:00 at Lusail Stadium.
Four matches a day throughout the group stage ensures optimal rest time for the teamsQatar’s unique footprint allows later assignment of group matches for the benefit and comfort of fans.
Qatar becomes the first Asian and smallest country to host the FIFA world cup in the history of football. Over 32 teams from 5 or 6 confederations shall be hosted in 8 cities of Qatar during the 2022 FIFA World cup tournament.
Final confirmed to take place at 80,000-seat Lusail Stadium at 18:00 on 18 December.
However, there may still be some changes. According to FIFA’s website, the possibility that providing a more beneficial kick off time will be furtherly discussed after the group fixtures’ final draw that is currently being planned for after the March 2022 international match calendar qualifying window.
