When did World Cup 2022 start, which teams qualified, and how to get tickets for Qatar
This year's World Cup is taking place in Brazil. There are eight groups of four teams with the top two from each going through to a knockout round. The tournament will be expanded to 48 teams from 2026. It will take place between June 10 and July 15. Five host cities and eight stadiums are involved. FIFA president Sepp Blatter resigned in 2010. Qatar's bid process has been blighted by corruption allegations. It is also criticised for the treatment of migrant workers constructing World Cups. Homosexuality remains illegal in Qatar. Fifa's stated mission is to promote inclusivity and anti-discrimination.
The World Cup 2022 is being hosted by Qatar. Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Serbia, Spain, Switzerland, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal and Wales qualified. Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Mexico, Ecuador, USA, Canada, Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon, Morocco, Tunisia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Japan, Costa Rica and Australia qualified from the rest of the world.
The World Cup 2022 started in Qatar.
