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Qatar could spend $220bn in its build-up to the 2022 World Cup, acccording to German legal and financial adviser Dr Nicola Ritter. Dr Ritter was addressing an investors' summit held in Munich.

Speaking during a summit for investors in Munich, Ritter said $48bn will be spent to build air-conditioned stadia, $77bn will be spent on facilities for soccer fans and players from all over the world and $45bn will be allocated for developing Lusail City. Qatar has also allocated $50bn to upgrade its transport infrastructure, including new rail and metro systems.

Covering 20km² in north-east Doha, Lusail City will be able to accommodate 200,000. It will also boast cinemas, theatres, playgrounds, commercial complexes and landscaped areas for family entertainment.