Qatar is becoming a sports hub in the region. After FIFA World Cup 2022, the Country is set to host the FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2027. Will Qatar build a state-of-the-art Basketball stadium just like they did in FIFA World Cup?
Qatar National basketball Team will automatically qualify in the event and it will be their second WC appearance since 2006. As we all know they hosted the FIFA World Cup last year..
The decision to award the hosting rights to Qatar was made by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). Qatar was chosen over competing bids from several other countries, including the Philippines, Russia, and Turkey. The announcement comes just a few years after Qatar hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Meanwhile, the 2023 FIBA World Cup Finals will be held in Manila, Philippines starting August 25, 2023. Watch the Live Draw for the Groupings that was held on April 27 at the Mall of Asia Arena.