According to officials from the local organizing committee, a special surprise awaits visitors at the opening ceremony of AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023. Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 Local Organising Committee, Hassan Rabea Al Kuwari, announced this in a press conference held , on January 10, 2024.
"The opening ceremony of the tournament will be a surprise for everyone. There would be special events organized for fans, he said.
On Friday, January 12, 2024, at 5 pm, the opening ceremony for the upcoming event will take place at the renowned Lusail Stadium, which has a seating capacity of 88,000. Following the ceremony, at 7 pm, the first match will commence, featuring the host nation and defending champions, Qatar, playing against Lebanon.
