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Community leaders get sneak peak of Al Janoub Arena, one of four 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup. venues.

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Video. One year to go: Qatar counts down to 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup

Updated: 20/08/2026 - 13:25 GMT+2

A total of 32 national teams will play 92 games across four Doha arenas, including a former FIFA World Cup stadium transformed from a football pitch to a basketball court.

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