Locals celebrate in Qatar
Qataris celebrated winning the hosting of the World Cup back in 2010

The draw for the World Cup will take place on Friday.

The finals will be held in a Muslim country for the first time, and there will be a change of schedule, so what can fans expect?

The draw will take place at the conference centre and will be broadcast on the TV and online.

England, Wales and Scotland are competing in the play-offs to see who will play in the tournament. Northern Ireland did not qualify.

The event has been moved to the winter because of the extreme heat in the summer, though temperatures will still reach 25C.

There has been a lot of criticism over the decision to hold the tournament in the country with a poor human rights record.

The country was accused of failing to implement its own laws designed to improve conditions for migrant workers.

The government of the state of Qatar rejected the assertion.

Equality campaign group Kick It Out, meanwhile, announced the formation of a working group to look at inclusivity issues in Qatar, where homosexuality is illegal.

Fatma Al-Nuaimi, communications executive director of the supreme committee for organizing the tournament, told the radio station that it was a tournament for everyone, a tournament of firsts, and a tournament where everyone would be welcome.

There will be eight stadiums in five cities for the World Cup in 2022, all close to each other. Organisers believe they have been creative in the range of accommodations they are offering.

The biggest influx of sports fans the region has ever seen will come from the World Cup in Qatar.

It's an unprecedented opportunity to project a true image of the Arab world as a welcoming, peaceful, and hospitable region.

With one year to go before the start of the World Cup, we achieved a degree of readiness that no other country has yet reached.

With the help of the supreme committee, the BBC Sport answers some key questions facing those looking to attend.

When did tickets go on sale?

The first sales for tickets closed on Wednesday and the top five countries that bought the most tickets were the USA, England, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates.

The next phase of sales begins on Tuesday.

How many fans are expected and where can I stay?

1.5 million fans are estimated to attend the tournament. Around 175,000 rooms are available for visitors to travel to the country.

The total is made up of traditional two to five-star hotels and serviced apartments and villas that will be managed by 10,000 staff.

The innovative part is here.

4,000 cabins will be provided for visitors during the tournament, thanks to a deal with a cruise company to lease two luxury liners.

Fans can stay at fan villages, which include camping and cabin-style accommodations, if they want to make the most of the hot weather.

Fans can also stay in the United Arab Emirates and catch a flight to doha for the games.

Will I be able to get a drink?

Liverpool fans
Qatar hosted the 2019 Fifa Club World Cup and alcohol could be bought at designated fan zones

The consumption of alcohol is not allowed in Islam and is not part of local culture.

Bars can be found at higher-end hotels and private clubs. Alcohol will be available in fan zones and stadiums.

The official fan zones for the Club World Cup in Qatar sold alcohol and beer for $5 each.

Visitors are being asked to respect the country's traditions and not drink in general public spaces.

According to the UK government, it is an offence to be drunk in public. A prison sentence of up to six months is possible for drinking in a public place, according to the guidance.

Is there a dress code?

Doha, Qatar
Qatar's traditional dress code is thobes for men and abayas for women

The country of Qatar is described as conservative and diverse.

People from 90 different countries work and live in the same place as locals in traditional thobes and abayas, while the organizers say you are just as likely to see someone in a sari as you are in a football shirt or hijab.

As long as it is modest and respectful to the culture, tourists are free to embrace their clothing of comfort.

They are expected to wear conservative attire in some places, such as government buildings and national museums. It is likely that someone will be asked to cover up if they are wearing shorts or beach attire.

At the Rugby World Cup in Japan, tattooed players were asked to cover up, but no such request will be made in Qatar.

How will the LGBTQ+ community be welcomed?

The country of Qatar has strict anti-gay laws.

Everyone will be welcome according to Al-Nuaimi.

Public displays of affection are not part of the culture of the country. Visitors are expected to respect the culture and customs.

In 2020, it was announced that rainbow flags will be allowed in stadiums to comply with Fifa rules promoting tolerance and inclusion at matches.

Organisers said they are doing everything they can to make sure everyone is safe and well during their visit.

Progress has been slow and issues of concern remain according to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Trans (LGBTIQ+) groups engaging with Fifa over the tournament.

What about the deaths of migrant workers?

England players, staff and fans should use their positions to highlight human right issues, according to a report.

The report states that migrant workers are being exploited as they help to build stadiums and infrastructure.

England captain Harry Kane said he wants to shine a light on the issue of boycotting the World Cup, while England's boss said he was unsure what a boycott would achieve.

Max Tunon, head of the International Labour Organisation in Qatar, told the radio station that they have been in the country for three and a half years.

We have seen real progress and change during this period, but at the same time we know there is still a lot of work to be done.

Are the stadiums ready?

Stadiums
The 80,000-capacity Lusail Stadium will host the World Cup final

The stadiums are all ready for the tournament, though the most important one is yet to be unveiled.

The Lusail Stadium is the biggest venue at the tournament and will host the final.

Kick-off times for group games in the United Kingdom will be 10:00, 13:00, and 16:00.

Fans can look forward to a unique experience. The tournament will show the best of both countries and will open the doors of the entire region.

A compact World Cup, bringing them all together in one place, with the possibility of watching two games in a day.

The longest distance between stadiums is 75 km (46 miles), a journey which would take around an hour, while the shortest distance is 5 km.

What are the transport links like?

At the moment, countries are trying to reduce carbon emissions. Fans will only have to take one flight when they arrive and leave from the airport.

Al-Nuaimi said that there is a new standard for sustainable living in the region.

Unlike the previous World Cup in Russia, this one takes place on a much smaller scale so there is no requirement to take internal flights.

Fans can expect minimal travel times between stadiums via the new metro system, which provides direct access to five of the eight venues, while the remaining three will be serviced by sustainable shuttle buses from the nearest station.

Meanwhile, all Qataris, residents and visiting fans attending Arab Cup matches over the next few weeks will need to obtain a Hay'ya Card.

Spectators will need a form of fan ID to enter the stadium, but it will allow free access to the bus, metro and tram on match days.

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