It’s time to get really excited: the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ match schedule is here. 

Now we know that fans will begin their journey in Qatar with a warm welcome at Al Bayt Stadium. This stunning 60,000-seat stadium will be bubbling with anticipation as it hosts the opening match on 21 November 2022. 

From then on, four matches will be played each day throughout the 12-day group stage, giving worldwide audiences a daily feast of football. The schedule guarantees optimal rest time for the teams – and top-quality football for fans.

The long-awaited final will take place at the 80,000-seat Lusail Stadium on 18 December: the perfect stage for the biggest match in football.

 

Thanks to Qatar’s compact nature, all stadiums are located within driving distance, allowing fans to soak up the atmosphere at more than one match per day.

You can sail through Al Wakrah's maritime history at AI Janoub Stadium, and watch football’s superstars shine at Education City Stadium – all in one unforgettable day. 

Then you can make the next day even bigger: head to AI Rayyan Stadium to experience the magic of the desert, and make new memories at the iconic Khalifa International Stadium.