Video: Football Fan Zone in Katara - Journey to Amazing
The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy opened a Fan Zone in Katara, Doha for football fans across Qatar and the region. Fans and families will be able to watch FIFA World Cup 2014 live from 28th June onwards.
The fan zone was built to allow fans to experience the new innovative cooling technology that Qatar is developing, in another important step on the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy's journey to delivering an amazing tournament in 2022.
The Brazil 2014 Fan Zone will feature every live match from the second round all the way to the final. Sixteen live matches will be shown on giant HD screens and the latest surround sound technology, enabling thousands of fans to share in what promises to be a truly amazing celebration of international football.
The Brazil 2014 Fan Zone at Katara has been specifically designed to provide a safe, fun and family-friendly atmosphere. It will feature live entertainment between matches and a range of activities to entertain the entire family throughout.
The fan zone will open two hours prior to the kick-off time of the first match, and closes an hour after the second match has finished.
Nasser Al Khater, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, said: “We are delighted to bring the national, regional and international FIFA World Cup experience to life in Qatar as we celebrate the tournament during Ramadan."
"We want the entire family to enjoy the incredible atmosphere and entertainment that we will offer. Not only is this an opportunity for Qatar to celebrate its love for football, it is also a key milestone for the Supreme Committee as we prepare to host an amazing FIFA World Cup in 2022.”
The Brazil 2014 Fan Zone is being delivered in conjunction with a number of key sponsors who are celebrating the event and providing key support for Brazil 2014 Fan Zone, including: KIA, the W Doha Hotel & Residence, who will be operating the concession stands, Qatar Tourism Authority and Qmedia.
Ghanim Al Kuwari – Competition Venue Director of the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy said, “With eight years to go before Qatar hosts the 2022 FIFA World Cup, we are delighted to put into practice the latest cooling technology.
“We have worked hard to prove this technology is real and exists today. Qatar has already proved we can cool football stadiums. The next step is to demonstrate our capabilities of cooling open air public spaces."
“The Brazil 2014 Fan Zone is a key step on our journey to delivering an amazing fan and player experience in 2022."
The Brazil 2014 Fan Zone has a capacity of 1,500 people and features a range of activities and entertainment for all ages.
To attend the Brazil 2014 Fan Zone book your ticket today at www.sc.qa
