21st Nov 2022
World Cup 2022: Fan Zones in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Dubai and Abu Dhabi
For the FIFA World Cup, Dubai has established a 'Fan City.' Where to watch matches in the Gulf countries: Qatar
Dubai will host fan zones for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
McGettigan's, a traditional favorite among sports fans, and DGT Events also take over the Media City Amphitheater
during the month-long football tournament to host the Fanzone, a space dedicated to showing matches.
The largest television screen in the UAE, according to organizers, will be installed at the venue, allowing up to 5,000
fans to watch the event from various locations throughout the park. The venue will also host live music and family-
friendly activities in addition to the game show. The admission fee is $40 (AED 150), which is refundable for food and
beverages.
Dubai, along with London, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and Seoul, has been chosen to host one of the six
major international FIFA Fan Fests.
The BudX FIFA Fan Festival, held in a specially built arena in Dubai Port, can accommodate up to 10,000 people and
will broadcast all games on 330-square-meter screens with 4D sound.
Football fever will be on display on the soccer field at the Dubai International Financial Center as well (DIFC).
The football stadium will open on Gate Avenue at podium level, with Michelin-starred restaurants, butler service, and
a concierge for fans who want to experience the world's greatest football tournament in style.
Meanwhile, the Expo 2020 Dubai site will be transformed into a "Fan City," complete with giant screens and
entertainment areas to accommodate FIFA World Cup fans.
An aerial view of the Al Wasl Dome at Expo 2020 Dubai.
According to the organizers, two areas will be available: one in Jubilee Park and a "more luxurious experience" in Al
Wasl.
According to the organizers, the Jubilee Park setting will include board games, agility courses, soccer pitches, penalty
kick activation, face painting, and spinning DJ stands during the first half.
According to the information shared with the media, Al Wasl will begin offering a "VIP guest experience" under Expo
City's iconic dome on December 3.
The matches will be broadcast live on four jumbo screens, with in-game graphics displayed on the hook.
Precision Football, a sports venue, will be taken over by Press Play and converted into a fan zone.
All 63 games will be shown on a 250 square meter screen at the facility.
The Habtoor Grand Resort in Dubai also announced its "Sports World Fan Zone." A 1,500-person capacity fan zone
with large screens and food kiosks.
Abu Dhabi Fan Zones
The Department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi has announced a brand-new area for football fans in the UAE.
Residents can cheer on their teams at the designated venue, which is located at Yas Links on Yas Island Abu Dhabi
and is divided into four action-packed zones, complete with seating options, food and beverage, and retail outlets.
The Fan Zone will feature specialized commentary, fan and community competitions, entertainment, and even weekly
FIFA 23 Community Games.
Meanwhile, three fan zones are set to open on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup
Qatar, which begins on November 20. Luca and Rosewood.
Football fans who do not have World Cup tickets for 2022 can now enter Qatar thanks to a rule change.
Expo 2020 Dubai opens a 'Fan City' for the FIFA World Cup Qatar and FIFA World Cup 2022: Everything you need to
know about Qatar's eight World Cup stadiums.
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Official Fan Zones
The FIFA Fan Fest for this year's World Cup will be held in Al Bidda Park in Qatar. According to the Supreme
Committee, the FIFA Fan Fest in Al Bidda Park will span 500,000 square meters and attract over a million visitors
during the tournament.
On days when there are no games, the venue will transform to host live music from international and regional artists,
as well as family-friendly entertainment. It will also house the official FIFA shop.
Saudi Arabia Fan Zones - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Saudi Arabian football fans can watch all FIFA World
Cup Qatar 2022 matches during the Riyadh 2022 season.
The Riyadh season 2022 will include 15 regions, with one dedicated entirely to football's biggest tournament.
The Fan Fest area will include three massive screens for World Cup broadcasts, as well as concerts, shows, and e-
sports tournaments. The Fan Fest area at Marsool Park will hold 20,000 fans per match and will feature exhibitions
on late football star Diego Maradona as well as one on Newcastle Football Club.