Which country is hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

Qatar will host the FIFA World Cup in 2022, but soccer isn't the only sport popular in the Gulf Arab state.

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Qatari historians say soccer began in the nation in 1948, when oil workers arrived following World War II to begin production.

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In 1950, the country's first soccer team was created. Qatar Football Association, founded in 1960, became a member of FIFA ten years later, in 1970.

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It will play in the World Cup for the first time at this year’s tournament as the host.

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It will be held in from November 20 to December 18, 2022. This will be the first time a World Cup has been staged in the Arab world.

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This World Cup will be contested from late November to mid-December due to Qatar's extreme summer heat.

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It is the first tournament to be held in the north autumn rather than May, June, or July. It will take around 29 days to complete.

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There have been allegations of corruption in the selection process. Qatar has come under fire for its handling of foreign employees.

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It was involved in World Cup preparations, with Amnesty International alluding to "forced labour" and bad working conditions.

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Qatar is the smallest country in terms of land size to have ever been granted a FIFA World Cup.

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They were also just the second country in history to be given a FIFA World Cup despite never qualifying for a prior edition.

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Because of the alcohol rules, football fans throughout the world may be concerned about attending the World Cup in Qatar.

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World Cup organisers have announced of dedicated "sobering up" zones to ensure that supporters feel secure while watching the World Cup.

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Fans are already bubbling up to support their respective nations. As the World Cup is just 14 days away.

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