Why is the Qatar World Cup stadium called Stadium 974?

QATAR are hosting the 2022 World Cup over the winter months in a first of its kind tournament.

Due to the severe hit in the Middle East, a decision was made for the tournament to take place during November and December as the top domestic leagues take a break to facilitate this.

Stadiums have been constructed and several are unique as Qatar prepared for the tournament

Much like the 2022 World Cup, Stadium 974 is unique and has never been seen before.

Why is the Qatar World Cup stadium called Stadium 974?

Designed by Fenwick Iribarren Architects, the stadium is constructed on the waterfront in Ras Abu Aboud.

The modern stadium will first host Mexico against Poland on Tuesday, 22 November and will then host the likes of France, Brazil and Argentina throughout the tournament, as well as a round of 16 clash.

The unique name is due to its never before seen design as the stadium incorporates 974 recycled shipping containers. This number is significant as 974 is the dialling code for Qatar.

The stadium was previously called the Ras Abu Aboud Stadium before the change of name.

These containers will contain amenities such as bathrooms and concessions, and will be dismantled after the World Cup.

Once taken apart, the 40,000 seater sustainable stadium will use the seats and containers to assist other under-developing countries.