Q Life Magazine Issue 11 FIFA World Cup Edition | Page 7

Ready to welcome the world

Foreword

History was made on 2 December 2010 , when it was announced that the State of Qatar would become the first country in the Middle East to host the FIFA World Cup .
This issue tells the story of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ , putting the spotlight on the stadiums and people who have been working tirelessly to ensure the tournament is a success .
It brings together many of the individuals who led the development of the tournament and offers a behind-the-scenes look into the preparations .
Football is at the heart of Qatar ’ s culture , a unifying passion that bonds fans across communities and generations . The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ will provide an unparalleled opportunity to celebrate the sport and all that it means to both the Qatari people and the world , and we are excited to share this milestone together .
On behalf of Q Life , we would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the development of this magazine .
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