World cup 2022 news
Here are some recent news updates about the 2022 FIFA World Cup:
Latest News
- Qatar 2022 World Cup to feature 32 teams: The FIFA Council has confirmed that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar will feature 32 teams, just like the previous tournaments. (Source: FIFA.com)
- FIFA to introduce video assistant referees (VARs) in 2022: FIFA has announced that VARs will be used in the 2022 World Cup to help referees make decisions on penalties, goals, and other key incidents. (Source: BBC Sport)
- Qatar to use advanced technology to monitor World Cup: Qatar has announced plans to use advanced technology, including drones and sensors, to monitor the World Cup and ensure the safety and security of fans. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Team News
- Brazil to play friendly matches in Europe before World Cup: Brazil has announced plans to play friendly matches in Europe in the lead-up to the World Cup, including matches against Spain and Germany. (Source: Goal.com)
- Argentina to play friendly matches in the United States: Argentina has announced plans to play friendly matches in the United States in the lead-up to the World Cup, including matches against Mexico and Uruguay. (Source: ESPN)
- France to play friendly matches in South America: France has announced plans to play friendly matches in South America in the lead-up to the World Cup, including matches against Uruguay and Argentina. (Source: L'Equipe)
Infrastructure and Logistics
- Qatar to build new stadiums for World Cup: Qatar has announced plans to build new stadiums for the World Cup, including a new 40,000-seat stadium in Al Rayyan. (Source: The National)
- Qatar to improve transportation infrastructure for World Cup: Qatar has announced plans to improve its transportation infrastructure in the lead-up to the World Cup, including the construction of new roads and metro lines. (Source: Gulf Times)
- Qatar to provide accommodation for World Cup fans: Qatar has announced plans to provide accommodation for World Cup fans, including the construction of new hotels and the expansion of existing ones. (Source: Al Arabiya)
Ticket Sales
- FIFA to sell World Cup tickets online: FIFA has announced plans to sell World Cup tickets online, with fans able to purchase tickets from November 2022. (Source: FIFA.com)
- Qatar to offer special ticket packages for World Cup: Qatar has announced plans to offer special ticket packages for the World Cup, including packages that include accommodation and transportation. (Source: Qatar Tourism Authority)
Other News
- FIFA to introduce new World Cup trophy: FIFA has announced plans to introduce a new World Cup trophy, which will be made of 18-karat gold and weigh around 6.1 kilograms. (Source: FIFA.com)
- Qatar to host World Cup draw ceremony: Qatar will host the World Cup draw ceremony in November 2022, which will determine the groups and match schedule for the tournament. (Source: FIFA.com)