From format to the title favourites, here's what you need to know about the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The 2022 World Cup kicks off on Monday (NZT) with 32 teams competing for the title at the global showpiece in Qatar. Matthias Hangst/Getty Images Antoine Griezmann kisses the trophy after France's 4-2 victory over Croatia in the 2018 World Cup final. Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images Former West Ham United striker Andre Ayew will captain Ghana on their fourth World Cup appearance. Alberto Valdez/Getty Images Tireless Uruguay midfielder Federico Valverde will be central to his country's World Cup hopes in Qatar.
