Lusail Stadium is located in Lusail City, 20 km north of central Doha. The stadium precinct offers a wide array of amenities, including shops, restaurants, a health clinic, and a school. Fans can easily reach the stadium using the Doha Metro, arriving at Lusail QNB Station on the Red Line, just a short hop away. For those driving, access is a breeze via the Al Khor Expressway.
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Lusail Stadium is an awe-inspiring sports venue at the centre of a new city, where it made history by hosting the dramatic FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.
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Lusail QNB Metro Station (Red line) is a 15-minute walk from the stadium.
Lusail Stadium, Lusail
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HISTORY AND DESIGN
Lusail Stadium, designed by Foster + Partners, is a world-class football venue with a capacity for 80,000 fans. Its futuristic design draws inspiration from the fanar lantern's play of light and shadow. The shape and facade reflect intricate decorative motifs from the golden age of Arab and Islamic art. Innovative design elements, including high-performance facades and a sustainable roof, reduce energy consumption. The stadium's outdoor cooling technology also ensures maximum comfort. It has earned a five-star rating for sustainability under the Global Sustainability Assessment System.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE STADIUM
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Solar cooling
Lusail Stadium's innovative design relies on solar power for cooling, boasting a zero carbon footprint
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Sustainable downsizing
The stadium will eventually be transformed into an arena with a seating capacity for 40,000 fans
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Community transformation
Excess materials and seating from the stadium’s transformation will be used for local shops and other projects
Join us in Qatar for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup
The eagerly awaited 2023 AFC Asian Cup promises thrilling football action as teams from across Asia compete for glory. Qatar is set to host this prestigious tournament, with Lusail Stadium as the venue for both the opening match and the final.
The centrepiece of Qatar’s football legacy
Lusail Stadium has a brief yet rich history of hosting prestigious tournaments. The arena famously featured as the backdrop for ten FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ matches, including the heart-stopping final in which Argentina narrowly triumphed over holders France.
See how Lusail Stadium was built
Take a look at how Lusail Stadium rose from the ground to become Qatar’s premier football venue.
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