2022 World Cup in Qatar: FIFA president Gianni Infantino "impressed" by preparations

Gianni Infantino (ITA-SUI), president of FIFA, said he was "impressed" by the state of preparations for the 2022 World Cup during a visit to Qatar, according to the International Federation on 07/10/2020 (775 days before the opening match on 21/11/2022).

"Preparations for Qatar 2022 have continued despite the pandemic following the implementation of stringent health and safety protocols to protect workers from Covid-19. Khalifa International, Al Janoub and Education City stadiums have all been inaugurated and are fully operational, with three others - Al Bayt, Al Rayyan and Al Thumama - in the final stages of construction. All eight venues will be completed well in advance of the tournament," said FIFA.

"I am very pleased with Qatar’s progress ahead of the tournament. We have seen the plans, but when you see the reality, it is even more impressive. Qatar has been able to continue to advance during the last six months while the world stood still - from infrastructure preparations to important developments such as the recent labour reforms announced by the government. If I was…