JAKARTA - The decision to advance the opening match of the 2022 Qatar World Cup came in one day to honor the history of the World Cup, said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

He made the statement during a speech at a press conference in Costa Rica, which hosts the U-20 FIFA Women's World Cup.

According to the rescheduled schedule, the opening match between Qatar and Ecuador will be played on November 20. Previously scheduled for November 21.

Infantino said as many as two million fans would attend a tournament that includes celebrations for all things and unlike other World Cups.

The words continued Qatar News Agency's tweet that, at this World Cup, football lovers will be like little children who visitdust for the first time.

Infantino then emphasized that the organizers did their best.

"I have great confidence in the success of the tournament, which will be a unique experience for fans," he added.


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