DOHA (Qatar): With just over 50 days to go until kick-off, the countdown is well and truly on for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup Qatar.
The 16th edition will take place from December 11 to 21, 2019.
The official emblem unveiled on Friday embodies the pinnacle of global club football while highlighting the cultural history of Qatar.
Mashrabiyas
The most striking element reimagines a football as a pearl, in recognition of one of Qatar’s earliest industries.
The decoration of the iridescent sphere is inspired by mashrabiyas, traditional architectural elements found in residences across the Middle East.
Mashrabiya latticework – like pearl diving – has deep roots, with examples dating back to as early as the Middle Ages.
The delicate screens are both decorative and functional, serving the dual purpose of cooling homes and providing an elegant decoration both inside and outside.
Emblem colours
The colours in the emblem are burgundy, characteristic of the Qatari nation and the deep turquoise of Doha Bay.
The striking pearl is held aloft by shapes reminiscent of sweeping desert sand and accented with diacritics, a fundamental element of the Arabic alphabet.
Tickets available to the general public can be found exclusively at fifa.com/tickets. Details on the various sales phases and ticket prices will follow.
