Qatar 2022 to Plough Ahead With Stadium Cooling Technology

FIFA’s executive committee approved the recommendation to alter the dates of the 2022 showpiece because of searing temperatures in the usual June-July World Cup slot in the Gulf region.

Following the decision by world football’s governing body in Zurich, the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy for the Qatar 2022 World Cup released a statement embracing the change.

“We welcome the decision of FIFA’s Executive Committee in relation to the timing of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar,” the statement said.

“We are satisfied the process has reached its conclusion. 

“Regardless of the change in dates, we will continue to develop the cooling technology promised during the bid, ensuring our commitment to deliver a true legacy as a result of the first World Cup in the Middle East remains.”

Critics argued that while Qatar could air condition a stadium, spectators would be at risk while outdoors during the course of the tournament.

Qatar have previously maintained that their solar cooling technology plans form part of their national strategy and have promised, once completed, to share the technology with the world.

FIFA also confirmed this week that the date of the 2022 World Cup final will be December 18 in what will be the first winter edition in the northern hemisphere.

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