The <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/tags/world-cup-2022/" target="_blank">World Cup in Qatar</a> will be a unique moment of the 21st century when the biggest show in the world enters a new territory. The Middle East will get an opportunity to showcase the best of its culture, hospitality and technology. As fans and players from across the globe land <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/10/04/what-is-the-prize-money-for-world-cup-2022-in-qatar/" target="_blank">in Qatar</a>, the region's reputation as a major sporting destination will be established once and for all. The football carnival begins on November 20, with the final at the <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/09/22/world-cup-2022-complete-guide-to-lusail-stadium-including-capacity-and-fixtures/" target="_blank">Lusail Stadium</a> on December 18. Matches will be held at eight venues across the country. The other seven venues are <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/09/22/world-cup-2022-fixtures-and-capacity-of-stadium-974-made-of-shipping-containers/" target="_blank">Stadium 974</a>, <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/09/22/world-cup-2022-al-thumama-stadiums-cultural-significance-capacity-and-fixtures/" target="_blank">Al Thumama Stadium</a>, <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/09/27/world-cup-2022-story-behind-tent-shaped-al-bayt-stadium-capacity-and-fixtures/" target="_blank">Al Bayt Stadium</a>, Khalifa International Stadium, Ahmed bin Ali Stadium (Al Rayyan), <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/09/27/world-cup-2022-shimmering-tale-of-education-city-stadium-fixtures-and-more/" target="_blank">Education City Stadium</a>, and the <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/09/23/world-cup-2022-dhow-boat-inspired-al-janoub-stadiums-capacity-fixtures-and-more/" target="_blank">Al Janoub Stadium</a> (Al Wakrah). As we build up towards the <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/09/21/world-cup-2022-complete-match-schedule-kick-off-times-and-venues/" target="_blank">World Cup</a>, we look at each of the eight venues that will host teams and fans during the month-long football carnival. The 40,000 capacity venue has a distinct design philosophy that sets it apart from the other seven venues of the <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/10/04/which-team-has-appeared-at-every-world-cup-finals/" target="_blank">World Cup</a>. The older stadium was demolished in 2015 and a new structure was built with the aim of celebrating Gulf heritage. And nothing is more Middle East than the desert. The venue has clear desert motif, including dune-shaped hospitality areas and merchandise stalls. Fans will be protected from the elements by a lightweight canopy and advanced cooling systems - which is a standard feature at all <a href="https://www.thenationalnews.com/fifa-world-cup-2022/2022/10/04/qatar-world-cup-where-will-your-team-be-staying-in-doha/" target="_blank">World Cup venues in Qatar</a>. After the tournament, half of the stadium's seating will be donated to football development projects overseas. Monday, November 21: Group B, USA v Wales (11pm UAE time) Wednesday, November 23: Group F, Belgium v Canada (11pm) Friday, November 25: Group B, Wales v Iran (2pm) Sunday, November 27: Group E, Japan v Costa Rica (2pm) Tuesday, November 29: Group B, Wales v England (11pm) Thursday, December 1: Group F, Croatia v Belgium (7pm) <b>Round of 16</b> Saturday, December 3: Match 50, Group C winner v Group D runner-up (11pm)
