Archive List for Qatar football fans

Qatar’s Al-Thumama stadium reflects Qatari identity and heritage

Al Thumama Stadium’s dynamic and imaginative shape celebrates local culture and traditions just as much as it does a new era for stadium design. This particular venue also has a significance that is close to the hearts of locals and resonates across the region. It is the only stadium, among the FIFA world cup 2022 stadiums, that has been designed by a local architect. Its bold, circular form reflects the gahfiya, the traditional woven cap worn by men and boys all across the Arab world. This design was chosen because it is a cultural commonality among Arabs in the Arab world. Therefore, it expresses the Arab civilization’s depth and the […]

Qatar’s Stadium 974, world’s first transportable stadium

With the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 a month away, the hype with arguably the most-watched spectacle on the globe is high as ever. Situated in Doha’s port area, Stadium 974 pays tribute to Qatar’s history of worldwide trade and seafaring The main construction material is its most distinctive feature, 974 shipping containers – 974 is also the international dialing code for Qatar Seven World Cup matches are being held here. The venue will be completely dismantled after the tournament and all of its parts will be moved to another country that needs it. A big win for innovation and sustainability. Al Jazeera’s Sana Hamouche reports from Stadium 974 in […]