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World Cup: Khalifa Stadium ready five years before kick-off

Construction work has been completed at this iconic stadium which only highlights the speed at which Qatar is working towards delivering the World Cup

Qatar is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that the 2022 World Cup, which will also be only the second time that the continent of Asia will host the mega footballing extravaganza, turns out to be a sporting success and leaves a lasting legacy behind.

With five years and 186 days before the 2022 World Cup kicks-off, Qatar is ready to inaugurate Khalifa Stadium on May 19 when it hosts the Emir Cup final between Al Sadd and Al Rayyan.