Qatar to prove it can cool the 2022 World Cup

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Qatar is to build a scaled-down prototype of its air-conditioned stadium concept in a bid to convince FIFA officials that it can successfully host the 2022 football World Cup.

While action during this year’s event in South Africa is still underway, attention is turning to the feasibility of Qatar’s bid to host the event in 10 years time. The event is hosted during some of the hottest months of the year – and temperatures in Doha this year have already topped 45 degrees. Even at night, when many matches are played, temperatures are still well above the 30-degree mark that FIFA’s medical committee says players become fatigued after 51 minutes of play.

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Qatar’s world cup officials are confident that air-conditioned stadium will keep ambient temperatures on the pitch at 27 degrees. Solar power air-conditioning will be used at stadiums, fan zones and training camps – and officials are confident they are able to meet targets.

A scaled down prototype will be built around a five-aside pitch in Doha, and will be unveiled in September before an official delegation of FIFA members visits the State to inspect plans.