The Qatar 2022 World Cup continues with its organization four months away from the opening whistle, where thousands of football fans will gather in the Asian country. In this sense, today we learn about the impressive Al Bayt Stadium, which is one of the colossi where the World Cup will be played.
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The construction of the Al Bayt Stadium represents the past and future of Qatar and will be where the local team will make its debut against Ecuador on November 21. However, unlike previous editions, the hosts will not be the ones to play the first match of the World Cup, as it will be Senegal vs Netherlands who kick off the event.
Where is Al Bayt Stadium located?
Al Bayt Stadium is located in the city of Al Khor, 35 kilometers north of Doha, and has a capacity for 60,000 spectators, being the second largest that will host the Qatar 2022 World Cup, behind the Lusail Stadium with a capacity for 80,000 people.
One thing known about Al Bayt Stadium is that it is not connected to the Metro network, and fans will have to use private services to reach the venue. However, the landscapes will be a tourist attraction that will fascinate attendees of the matches of the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
What is Al Bayt Stadium like?
According to the visit made by Infobae, the exterior facade combines the traditional part of Qatar with its culture, as it resembles a giant tent called "bayt al sha'ar". The roof is retractable and connects with the four stands, providing better visibility to the attendees.
Inside, there is a VIP area that offers the best and greatest possible comforts. There are a total of 96 rooms in the boxes located on the third floor, and they are priced at USD 22,450 per room, according to the FIFA website.