The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that it will mark this year’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day in a few ways, including with an event at the FIFA Fan Festival in Doha, Qatar, on the eve of the World Cup semi-finals.
WHO and football icons Didier Drogba, WHO Ambassador for Sport and Health, Alisson Becker, goalkeeper for Brazil and Liverpool, and WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Health Promotion, will call on people worldwide to move for ‘Health for All’.
WHO Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day) on 12 December allows advocates for UHC to share stories, call on leaders to make smarter investments in health and remind the world about the imperative of UHC. It is an official United Nations-designated day that marks the anniversary of the unanimous endorsement of UHC in 2012 as an essential priority for international development.
The FIFA Fan Festival is the central destination where fans from all over the world meet to share their emotions and celebrate the unique atmosphere of the FIFA World Cup and the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
It is an event for every fan – from avid or casual football enthusiasts to lovers of music, food and culture!
During the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, the FIFA Fan Festival takes place at Al Bidda Park – in the center of Doha, in the heart of Qatar.
The FIFA Fan Festival will is open every day of the tournament (from 19 November to 18 December) and is free of charge for everybody.
As the place to be for fans beyond the stadiums, the FIFA Fan Festival offers many other entertainment highlights. Besides watching all 64 FIFA World Cup™ matches in a buzzing atmosphere, fans can enjoy the following:
- Performances by top global music acts, as well as local artists
- A food court with unique culinary experiences ranging from local cuisine to international delicacies
- Unique football matches with FIFA Legends, in addition to interactive physical and digital football gaming stations for fans of all ages
- Innovative sponsor activities, dedicated football exhibitions and an official FIFA Store with licensed FIFA World Cup products
