Al Thumama Stadium, Qatar
Al Thumama Stadium, Qatar is a host venue for the Qatar World Cup 2022.
The stadium has a capacity of 44,400 spectators. It is located not far from Hamad International Airport. The inspiration for the design is the taqiyah or gahfiya cap, worn by men and boys all over the Middle East.
First opened in 2021, the stadium will be reduced in size after the World Cup with the seats donated to other nations. The upper tier will be removed to reduce capacity to around 20,000.
Building began in 2017 and took more than four years.
The ground will host several group games as well as Round of 16 and quarter final matches at the 2022 World Cup.
- Senegal vs Netherlands, Group A, 21 November
- Spain vs Costa Rica, Group E, 23 November
- Qatar vs Senegal, Group A, 25 November
- Belgium vs Morocco, Group F, 27 November
- Iran vs USA, Group B, 29 November
- Canada vs Morocco, Group F, 1 December
Access - Getting There
The nearest Doha Metro stop is Free Zone Station (Red Line) then a 20-minute shuttle bus and a 35-minute walk.
Hotels in Qatar
The Mandarin Oriental is a five-star hotel with an outdoor swimming pool and fitness center.
Located in West Bay, the Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach, is also a five-star property. Offering a beachfront stay, the luxury hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace.
Lighter on the budget is La Villa Hotel with two stars, the pleasant property is located in the heart of the Gold Souk.
For visitors in transit at Hamad International Airport, the Oryx Airport Hotel has both a pool and spa facilities.
The three star Premier Inn Doha Education City has 219 fully air-conditioned rooms and an all-day restaurant.
South of Doha on the coast is the Sealine Beach, a Murwab Resort which boasts 2-bedroom chalets as well as 3 and 4-bedroom villas with private pools, right on the beach.
Al Khor, north of Doha, also has some wonderful places to stay. Try the opulent Al Sultan Beach Resort with its own private beach and outdoor pool.
Another beach resort hotel is the Simaisma in Sumaysimah, 33 km from Doha. Facilities include an outdoor pool, tennis court and private beach.
Read more on accommodation in Qatar.
Map of Qatar World Cup Stadiums
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