FIFA confirm the 2022 World Cup final will take place on December 18 . The decision to move it from November was made in order for Qatar and Russia to host the tournament at a later date than originally planned due to security concerns surrounding the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. Final date means traditional Boxing Day matches will still occur . It is set to start on November 21 and likely to be shortened to 28 days . Qatar World Cup dogged in controversy since first awarded in 2010 .
FIFA confirm the 2022 World Cup final will take place on December 18 . Controversial tournament will take place in Qatar despite concerns . Final date means traditional Boxing Day matches will still occur . It is set to start on November 21 and likely to be shortened to 28 days . Qatar World Cup dogged in controversy since first awarded in 2010 .