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FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: What legacy will it leave for Qatar?

One of the most significant legacies of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar will be the extensive infrastructure development that the country has undergone in preparation for the tournament and keeping in line with the 2030 national vision. As part of this project, seven new state-of-the-art stadiums were built. The venues were designed to host World Cup matches and serve as sports and entertainment centres for the local community long after the tournament. The mighty Khalifa International was built before the bid was awarded and was completely renovated, bringing the stadium count up to eight.

"They're not just stadiums; they're works of art," explained former Liverpool footballer and BeIn commentator Jason McAteer, "I've been lucky enough to visit them through the years and see how they've gone up. Everything was put in place logistically, ready to accommodate a lot of people doing a lot of different things."

Earlier this year, Qatar was chosen to host the 2023 Asian Cup, which will be delayed until 2024. Those state-of-the-art stadiums will have another chance to host a big event that suits their grand design.

In addition to constructing new stadiums, Qatar also invested heavily in transportation infrastructure. The overall project included the following:

The Doha metro and tram service, allowing fans to travel around the city during the tournament with ease.

Expanding of the Doha International Airport to deal with the elevated amount of tourists arriving into the country.

Constructing a cruise terminal port in the city, allowing for cruise ships to dock during the events and act as extra accommodation for fans going to games.

These transportation links made it easier for fans to attend the World Cup matches, but they will also

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