Mexico: Mexico's Ministry of Culture, through the Centro de Cultura Digital (CCD), in partnership with Qatar's Years of Culture initiative and with the collaboration of the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, unveiled "Journeys to Greatness: Qatar 2022 Legacy," a major travelling exhibition exploring the lasting impact of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
According to Qatar News Agency, the exhibition, presented at Centro de Cultura Digital from 18 June to 9 August 2026, offers visitors an immersive look at the story behind the first FIFA World Cup ever held in the Middle East and the Arab world, and the cultural legacy it created beyond the stadiums.
President of the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, HE Sheikh Mohammed Al-Thani, emphasized Qatar's emergence as a hub for cultural and sporting exchange. He highlighted the symbolic passing of the torch to Mexico as it prepares for the 2026 World Cup. Director of the museum, Abdulla Al Mulla, expressed pride in sharing Qatar 2022's story with audiences who cherish football and culture.
The curator of the exhibition, Sheikha Najla Al-Thani, noted that "Journeys to Greatness" captures the stories, ideas, and cultural moments shaping Qatar 2022. She hopes the exhibition resonates with the Mexican audience's passion for football and culture. Marcela Flores Mendez, Director of Centro de Cultura Digital, welcomed the exhibition for fostering reflection on identity, technology, and global connection.
Reflecting the legacy of Qatar's Years of Culture initiative, the exhibition positions the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 as a defining moment, reshaping international perceptions and establishing Qatar as a cultural and sporting hub. It features archival material, immersive storytelling, multimedia installations, and key objects from the tournament.
The exhibition is organized into three sections: "Road to 2022," which highlights Qatar's transformation through infrastructure and development; "The Tournament," which captures global cultural moments and showcases Qatar's cultural narrative; and "Legacy," which examines the tournament's enduring impact on perceptions, sustainability, and cultural exchange.
To enhance visitor experience, the exhibition offers guided tours, school visits, educational tours, workshops, and storytelling sessions. Its presentation in Mexico symbolizes the torch passing from Qatar 2022 to Mexico 2026, highlighting the continuity of the tournament's spirit through culture and human connection.