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Designed by Zaha Hadid and inaugurated in 2019, the stadium has been converted into an enclosed basketball venue with a capacity of 8,200.<\/p>\n<p>Al Janoub Stadium will be one of four venues used for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup, alongside Al Attiyah Arena, Duhail Arena and Lusail Multi-Purpose Hall. 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