Khalifa International stadium, Ar Rayyan

Opened:

1976

Capacity:

40,000

Address:

Khalifa International stadium, Ar Rayyan

World Cup Capacity: 40, 000
Located on the west side of Doha, about 10 kilometers from the city center and 18 kilometers from the Pearl
Since 1976, the Khalifa International Stadium has served as Qatar's primary football venue. The stadium has been refurbished multiple times throughout the years, most recently for the 2006 Asian Games.
Design inspiration: designed by Dar Al-Handasah, the most recognisable features of the arena were always its dual arches, sweeping across the skyline and acting as a magnet for football fans. These icons remain, but there is now a wide canopy stretching out below them, complementing the stadium's cooling system to maintain a comfortable temperature for fans.
Transport: The stadium is reachable by metro. The newly opened Gold line station Sports City passes through central Doha.