How to Attend Two FIFA Finals in Less Than 24 Hours

For most football fans, attending a single final is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. For the truly obsessed, however, the dream goes further: living multiple historic moments in the same trip. In December 2025, that idea became reality in Qatar, where one fan managed to attend two FIFA finals in less than 24 hours.

Armando Alejandre, a devoted Cruz Azul supporter, traveled to Doha hoping to watch his club lift the Intercontinental Cup. Although the Mexican side fell short, Alejandre turned disappointment into opportunity. On Wednesday night, he witnessed Paris Saint-Germain defeat Flamengo to win the FIFA Intercontinental Cup at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. Less than a day later, he made his way across the city to Lusail Stadium to attend the Arab Cup Final, where Morocco defeated Jordan and lifted another FIFA trophy.

“Being able to do this is unique,” Alejandre explained. “Qatar makes it possible because everything is close together. The stadiums are modern, connected, and football is at the center of everything right now.”

Qatar’s compact geography played a decisive role. With world-class venues separated by short travel times, fans can move seamlessly from one major event to another—something nearly impossible in larger host countries. For FIFA, this accessibility has reinforced Qatar’s appeal as a destination for global tournaments.

Another key factor was affordability. Unlike many international finals, ticket prices remained accessible. Well-located seats for the Intercontinental Cup final cost under $40, while tickets for the Arab Cup final stayed below $60. For roughly $100, Alejandre attended two FIFA championship matches on consecutive days—an unheard-of scenario in modern football tourism.

“There’s no need to spend a fortune here,” he said. “You can experience elite football without breaking the bank, and that changes everything for fans.”

The experience carried added symbolism. December 18 marked the third anniversary of the 2022 World Cup Final, when Lionel Messi lifted the trophy with Argentina against France. Being in Qatar for two finals on that date amplified the emotional weight of the trip.

“It means a lot to be here, especially with the 2026 World Cup coming to Mexico,” Alejandre added. “This feels like a preview of the football celebration that’s coming.”

Attending two FIFA finals in under 24 hours remains an extraordinary feat—made possible by timing, geography, and Qatar’s football-centric infrastructure. In 2025, Doha became the first place in the world where such an experience was not only imaginable, but achievable.