The Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium, previously known as Duhail Stadium, is a renowned football venue in Doha, Qatar. The arena features modern facilities and hosts high-profile matches in a compact setting.
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Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium
The Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium makes a renowned football venue in Doha, Qatar. The design of the stadium features traditional Qatari aesthetics with cutting-edge technology, perfect for hosting high-profile matches in a compact setting.
🏟️ Design: The design of this stadium is a testimony to Qatar’s tradition, modern technology and sustainability
🌟 Factoid: Closer to sunset, the interplay of light and shadows falling into the stadium creates a compelling spectacle
How to get there?
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There are multiple Karwa bus stops all around the arena for both the L519 and T616 buses.
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The closest Doha Metro station is at Qatar University.
HISTORY AND DESIGN
The Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium, locally often called Lekhwiya SC Stadium, was designed in partnership with ECG Qatar, Pieper Sports Facility Consulting, and Site Concepts International. The construction began in 2011 and was completed by February 2013. The arena was created as Lakhwiya Football Club's home stadium and has a capacity for 10,000 football fans.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE STADIUM
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Full stadium name
The stadium’s official full name is Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Stadium, named after Qatar’s former prime minister
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Home to Al-Duhail
SC The home team, Lekhwiya SC, was rebranded as Al-Duail SC in 2017 after merging with El Jaish SC
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Grand opening in 2013
The stadium was officially inaugurated on February 15, 2013, with a match between Lekhwiya and Al-Khor SC
The stadium's strong football legacy
Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium has a rich history of hosting thrilling football matches. It gained prominence during the 24th Arabian Gulf Cup in 2019, where it showcased nine exciting matches, culminating in the intense final that saw Bahrain triumph over Saudi Arabia.
It is also a regular venue for the Qatar Stars League, hosting the home fixtures of Al-Duhail SC.
Take a look inside Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium
Take a closer look at the facilities and some of the action that has taken place at the stadium.
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