The anticipation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup is building as we head towards the Winter months.
However, in light of recent events, fans are wondering whether the 2022 World Cup will still be held in Qatar. Well, we've got you covered.
Will Qatar 2022 happen?
In short, yes. The 2022 World Cup is taking place in Qatar in the winter months rather than the usual summer ones, due to the heat.
The tournament kicks off on Monday, 21 November at the Al Bayt stadium in Al Khor with a match that will feature the host country, Qatar.
The final will be played at the Lusail Stadium in Doha a week before Christmas on Sunday, 18 December.
Who has already qualified?
As hosts, Qatar received automatic qualification to the tournament and as stated previously the opening game will feature the host nation.
Four-time World Cup winners Germany were the first team to guarantee a spot through the qualification process in Europe.
Brazil, the most successful national team in World Cup history with five trophies, secured swift qualification as one of the top four teams in South America's groups.
England already secured their place back in November by topping their qualifying group.
Take a look at the full list of qualified nations (so far) below:
- Qatar
- Germany
- Brazil
- England
- Denmark
- Belgium
- France
- Croatia
- Spain
- Serbia
- Switzerland
- Netherlands
- Argentina
Scotland, Wales and Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal must go through the play-offs, from which three more teams will advance in March.
The play-offs to reach Qatar take place from Thursday, 24 March to Tuesday, 29 March.
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