On December 2, 2010, almost 12 years ago, Qatar was awarded the privilege to host the FIFA Men's World Cup 2022.
Much to the astonishment and dismay of the footballing world.
The state on the Gulf peninsula had a population of slightly over a million.
Just three stadiums and very little additional infrastructure.
Summertime highs may reach 50 degrees Celsius.
There was apprehension about holding the World Cup in Qatar due to the extreme heat.