Nov 14 (Reuters) - Here's what you need to know about the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in Qatar:When does World Cup 2022 start? * The World Cup will start a day earlier than originally scheduled to ensure hosts Qatar play the opening match. The World Cup will feature 32 teams and will begin with a group stage, with teams divided into eight groups of four. * Games will take place at eight stadiums -- Al Bayt Stadium, Khalifa International Stadium, Al Thumama Stadium, Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Lusail Iconic Stadium, Stadium 974, Education City Stadium and Al Janoub Stadium. * With 80,000 seats, Lusail Iconic Stadium is the largest of Qatar's eight World Cup stadiums.

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