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'The best place to host the 2022 World Cup' - Santi Cazorla hails Qatar's stadiums, weather and fans

Former Arsenal and Spain midfielder Santi Cazorla is loving life in Qatar. Plying his trade for the Qatar Stars League (QSL) champions Al Sadd SC, the 36-year-old is fresh off a victorious Amir Cup campaign where his team beat Al Rayyan in the final on penalties after a 1-1 draw in normal time.

In fact, it was Cazorla who scored Al Sadd's goal. Interestingly, the match also saw the venue - Al Thumama stadium - being inaugurated, becoming the sixth tournament-ready stadium for the World Cup in Qatar next year.

The Spaniard feels that the Middle-East nation is the ideal place to host the World Cup next year, given the world class facilities and passion the fans in the country have for the sport.