There are concerns about player health, European club league schedules, and temperatures – to start. The tournament is traditionally held in June and July.
FIFA has announced the 2022 World Cup Final will be held on Dec. 18 in Qatar.
FIFA president Sepp Blatter
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Dec. 18, is Qatar National Day, which celebrates the country's independence.
The world soccer governing body is also shortening the length of the tournament to 28-days from the standard 32. FIFA says this is intended to reduce further impact on club leagues whose seasons run through December.
Hosting the tournament during the winter doesn't really fix the issue of high temperatures.
