Cafu: 2022 Will Be an Experience Like no Other

Doha, October 07 (QNA) - Former Brazil captain and two-time FIFA World Cup winner Cafu has confirmed that Qatar will offer its guests an extraordinary experience at the 2022 World Cup, which will be the most unique in the history of the tournament. In an interview to the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) website, Cafu said: "The world can expect a fantastic tournament! I have never seen such preparation before as that that is being done for 2022. I've been fortunate enough to visit Qatar on a number of occasions now and the progress and speed of change is like something I have never seen before. The stadiums, transportation and infrastructure that's being built is unlike anything else I have ever seen. I'm sure it will make for a memorable experience in 2022 for all those who attend. Every World Cup is different in its own way, but I strongly believe Qatar's will be the most unique tournament we've ever seen - everything is so different from previous editions of the World Cup, it will make for something very special. Of that I have no doubt." Cafu added: "The World Cup in Qatar will be unique in many ways. This will be the first tournament in an Arab country. Being in a smaller area, stadiums, teams and fans will be closer to each other than ever before. The visitors will arrive right in the center of all celebrations with short commutes between matches, no air travel and the comfort of an amazing infrastructure that's being prepared. It will be fantastic!" Cafu said: "As well as the climate - which I know will be around 25c at that time of year and perfect for playing and watching football - I think the fans will enjoy something totally unique in 2022. And as well as the short distances and no mid-tournament air travel required, fans will be able to go to many more games than they would at other tournaments - it will have an 'Olympics' feel to it, where everyone is together in one city or area. Fans may watch their nation in the afternoon and then in the evening go and watch two other national teams play - this has never really been possible before!" Cafu praised the hospitality of Qataris and says: " the local people are extremely kind. Everyone I met has been warm, polite and from what I can tell, passionate about football and really proud of hosting the World Cup." Cafu played as a defender for the Brazil national team. With 142 appearances, he is the most internationally capped Brazilian player of all time. He represented his nation in four FIFA World Cups between 1994 and 2006, and is the only player to have appeared in three consecutive World Cup finals, winning the 1994 and 2002 editions of the tournament. (QNA)