On Saturday, December 18, spectators attending the FIFA Arab Cup final and third-place play-off are urged to make travel arrangements in advance and leave early for the events. Fans should be advised that the events for Qatar National Day may affect their travel arrangements.
At Stadium 974, the gates will open at 10 AM for the third-place play-off between Qatar and Egypt. The gates of Al Bayt Stadium will open at 2 PM for the championship match between Algeria and Tunisia.
In order to facilitate traffic flow, fans are advised to stay in the stadium grounds after the games.
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The general public should note that roads around both stadiums will be busier than usual during the lead-up to kick-off and after the final whistle. In addition, the Doha Metro is also expected to be busier than usual during the afternoon and evening. Businesses located in the vicinity of both stadiums should plan accordingly.
Here is the key advice in relation to both matches:
Qatar v. Egypt at Stadium 974 (kick-off 1 PM)
Doha Metro – Take the Gold Line to Ras Bu Abboud Station (free travel available to Fan ID holders). Non-Fan ID holders should arrive early to buy their travel card. Fans should note that some stations in central Doha will be closed during the morning due to National Day celebrations
Stadium Express bus services – Services available from Khalifa Street and Souq Waqif bus hubs, starting from four hours before kick-off and running until 90 minutes after the final whistle (free travel available to Fan ID and match ticket holders).
Private vehicle – Park at the designated park & ride sites near Umm Ghuwailina and Free Zone Metro Station where a dedicated shuttle bus will transport you to the stadium. Search for ‘Spectator Parking P71 or P72’ in Google Maps or Waze.
Alternatively, parking is located within a 20-30-minute walk of the stadium. Search for ‘Spectator Parking P70’ in Google Maps or Waze.
Drivers should follow local signs when they approach the stadium. Park only in the official car parks and follow the instructions of the stewards.
Please note: Due to National Day celebrations roads around the Corniche will be closed until about midday. Please consider using the Doha Express way (22 February Street) and Sabah Al-Ahmad Corridor instead of Corniche Road.
Accessibility – Accessible parking is located close to the venue.
Taxi and rideshare – There is a designated drop-off and pick-up area available near the stadium.
Algeria v. Tunisia at Al Bayt Stadium (kick-off 6 PM)
Doha Metro – Take the Red Line to Lusail Station before taking the metro shuttle (free travel available to Fan ID holders). Non-Fan ID holders should arrive early to buy their travel card.
Stadium Express bus services – Services available from Khalifa Street and Souq Waqif bus hubs, starting from four hours before kick-off and running until 90 minutes after the final whistle (free travel available to Fan ID and match ticket holders).
Private vehicle – Parking is located within a 20-30-minute walk of the stadium. Search for ‘Spectator Parking P50, P51 and P53’ in Google Maps or Waze.
Drivers should follow local signs when they approach the stadium.
Park only in the official car parks and follow the instructions of the stewards.
Accessibility – Accessible parking is located close to the venue.
Taxi and rideshare – Designated drop-off area available near Al Bayt Stadium.
Due to Qatar National Day celebrations, fans should note the following:
⦁ Doha Corniche road closures are expected to last until midday on 18 December – which may impact road users traveling to Stadium 974 for the third-place play-off. Please consider using alternative routes.
⦁ Several Doha Metro stations in central Doha will be closed during the morning of 18 December. Visit Qatar Rail or follow @metrotram_qa on social media for the latest updates.
⦁ Stadium Express bus services will operate as normal from the Khalifa Street and Souq Waqif hubs
⦁ Mowasalat public bus services will not be operating on 18 December.
