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Explore the innovative Stadium 974

Take a look back at the eco-friendly innovation of Stadium 974, a distinctive temporary venue constructed for football’s greatest spectacle.

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Stadium 974

Take a look back at the eco-friendly innovation of Stadium 974, a distinctive temporary venue constructed for football’s greatest spectacle.

 

🏟️ : The stadium takes its name from the 974 containers used in construction and is also a nod to Qatar's dialling code

How to get there?

  • The stadium is accessible by car or taxi.

  • Karwa and Uber drop-off and pick up facilities will be toward the southeast of the stadium.

  • The Ras Bu Abboud station on the Gold Line of the Doha Metro is the nearest metro station to the stadium. 

Stadium 974 | Ras Abu Aboud Stadium

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Ras Abu Aboud

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HISTORY AND CONSTRUCTION 

Designed as a temporary stadium for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, Stadium 974 stands out with its innovative modular design. 

Created by Spain's Fenwick Iribarren Architects in collaboration with Schlaich Bergermann Partner and Hilson Moran, this stadium utilised repurposed shipping containers and recycled steel, resulting in cost-effective construction and reduced waste. 

Each container was adapted to accommodate various stadium elements, including seats, concessions, and restrooms, making it a versatile and sustainable sporting venue.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE STADIUM

Stadium 974 | Ras Abu Aboud Stadium

A brief, action-packed life

During its brief existence, Stadium 974 was the stage for plenty of thrilling football matches. It kicked off with the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021™, hosting six matches in the tournament. 

It later hosted seven exciting games during the  FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, including memorable matchups like the second-round match between Brazil and South Korea.

See how Stadium 974 was built with sustainability in mind

See how the stadium was constructed using smart water-efficient systems, significantly reducing environmental impact.

The legacy of the World Cup and Stadium 974

The  FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ left a lasting legacy with significant investments in infrastructure, transportation, tourism, and the sports industry. Seven new stadiums (and one renovation) were constructed, using 40% less water and being 30% more energy-efficient than international standards. 

To benefit other nations, surplus seats will be donated, and the facilities will find new life with hospitals, schools, places of worship, and hotels. Most of the dismantled materials from Stadium 974 are set to be reused in Africa and South America

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Ras Abu Aboud
Stadium 974 | Ras Abu Aboud Stadium