Saudi Arabia to host FIFA World Cup 2034; THESE countries to co-host 2030 edition
4 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia to host FIFA World Cup 2034; THESE countries to co-host 2030 edition

Live Mint  

FIFA has decided the host for the 2034 World Cup and the 2030 World Cup. As per FIFA, Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup 2034 while FIFA World Cup 2030 which is the 100th edition of the tournament, will be co-hosted by Morocco, Portugal and Spain. Along with this, the 2030 centenary matches of FIFA World Cup 2030, will be hosted jointly by Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. Four years later, Saudi Arabia will host the FIFA World Cup 2034.” As per Associated Press, Saudi Arabia is aiming to host all 104 games, though there has been speculation that some games could be played in neighboring or nearby countries. Speaking on the dates for the World Cup, it would not be the traditional period of June-July as temperatures during this time exceeds 40 Celsius in Saudi Arabia.

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Saudi Arabia’s plans to host the men’s World Cup 2034 will be harmful for the climate, experts say
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Saudi Arabia’s plans to host the men’s World Cup 2034 will be harmful for the climate, experts say

Associated Press  

As the newly-named host of the 2034 World Cup in men’s soccer, Saudi Arabia says it will construct or renovate 15 stadiums, create a futuristic city and expand airports in a massive buildout to accommodate millions of athletes, coaches and spectators. The King Abdullah sports city stadium stands in Jiddah, Saudi Arabia, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, on the eve of …

Explained: Why announcement of Saudi Arabia as 2034 FIFA World Cup hosts is controversial
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Explained: Why announcement of Saudi Arabia as 2034 FIFA World Cup hosts is controversial

Firstpost  

The announcement of Saudi Arabia being named as hosts of the 2034 FIFA World Cup has created controversy among the human rights groups. The announcement of Saudi Arabia hosting the FIFA World Cup in 10 years’ time, however, has raised controversy. Why is Saudi Arabia hosting 2034 FIFA World Cup controversial There are still 10 more years for the 2034 …

Saudi Arabia to host World Cup 2034: FIFA slammed by Australia players union
4 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia to host World Cup 2034: FIFA slammed by Australia players union

India Today  

Australia's professional soccer players union has condemned the awarding of the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, saying significant human rights risks are attached to the tournament while questioning FIFA's ability to prevent harm from occurring. "By securing hosting rights to the global game’s most prestigious event, Saudi Arabia and FIFA must ensure the rights of everyone affected by the …

Cristiano Ronaldo calls 2030 World Cup “most special” after Portugal is confirmed as co-host
4 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo calls 2030 World Cup “most special” after Portugal is confirmed as co-host

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo led the celebrations after Portugal and five other countries were officially announced as hosts of the 2030 men’s World Cup on Wednesday, with the player saying the unique tournament will be the “most special” yet. The 2030 tournament will be the first World Cup played in six different countries with Spain, Portugal and Morocco as the main hosts …

FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host
Top News
4 weeks ago

FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host

Deccan Chronicle  

Lausanne: FIFA on Wednesday confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, underlining the Gulf kingdom's growing influence in world sport despite criticism of the country's human rights record. "It is a proud day, a day of celebration, a day that we invite the entire world to Saudi Arabia," said Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal al Saud, the …

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup despite human rights sportswashing concerns
Top News
4 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup despite human rights sportswashing concerns

ABC  

FIFA has announced Saudi Arabia as the host for the 2034 men's World Cup, despite a growing number of organisations criticising the country's human rights record and accusing it of sportswashing. Human rights organisations have rejected that assessment, saying Saudi Arabia's human rights record is unacceptable and the bid presents a direct risk to the lives of workers who will …

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. But when exactly?
4 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. But when exactly?

Associated Press  

ZURICH — Saudi Arabia scored a major win in its campaign to attract major sports events to the kingdom when it was formally appointed as the 2034 World Cup host on Wednesday. Surely not in the traditional World Cup period of June-July, when temperatures in Saudi Arabia routinely exceed 40 Celsius. In an interview with The Associated Press on Wednesday, …

Cristiano Ronaldo says 2030 World Cup will be ‘most special’ yet after Portugal confirmed as co-host
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Cristiano Ronaldo says 2030 World Cup will be ‘most special’ yet after Portugal confirmed as co-host

Associated Press  

MADRID — Cristiano Ronaldo led the celebrations after Portugal and five other countries were officially announced as hosts of the 2030 men’s World Cup on Wednesday, with the player saying the unique tournament will be the “most special” yet. The 2030 tournament will be the first World Cup played in six different counties, with Spain, Portugal and Morocco as the …

FIFA World Cup 2034 To Be Hosted By Saudi Arabia; Spain, Morocco & Portugal To Co-Host Mega Event In 2030
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

FIFA World Cup 2034 To Be Hosted By Saudi Arabia; Spain, Morocco & Portugal To Co-Host Mega Event In 2030

ABP News  

FIFA announced the host nations for the men’s World Cup events in 2030 and 2034 on December 11. ALSO ON ABP Live | WTC Final Qualification Scenarios: Here's How Team India Can Reach World Test Championship 2023-25 Final The joint bid by Morocco, Spain and Portugal will bring the 2030 FIFA World Cup to three continents and six countries, with …

Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup hosts at online FIFA Congress
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup hosts at online FIFA Congress

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Saudi Arabia’s hugely controversial hosting of the 2034 …

FA explains decision to back Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts despite human rights concerns
4 weeks, 1 day ago

FA explains decision to back Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts despite human rights concerns

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Football Association has explained its decision to …

FIFA announces host nations for 2030 and 2034 World Cup, reveals schedule for 2027 women's edition
4 weeks, 1 day ago

FIFA announces host nations for 2030 and 2034 World Cup, reveals schedule for 2027 women's edition

India TV News  

FIFA confirmed the host nations for the men's World Cup 2030 and 2034 on Wednesday. The world governing body also announced the dates and slots for the 2027 Women's World Cup and FIFA U-17 World Cup 2025. The FIFA Council met virtually ahead of the Extraordinary FIFA Congress and took several important decisions in relation to FIFA competitions, while also …

Saudi Arabia confirmed as hosts for 2034 FIFA World Cup; FIFA approves 2030 edition hosts too
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia confirmed as hosts for 2034 FIFA World Cup; FIFA approves 2030 edition hosts too

Firstpost  

Apart from confirming Saudi Arabia as the hosts for 2034 FIFA World Cup, FIFA on Wednesday also approved the hosts for the 2030 World Cup. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has ushered in a new era for our nation, guiding our people’s dreams and aspirations.#WelcomeToSaudi34 pic.twitter.com/HhJ85xMDCU — Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup 2034™️ December 11, 2024 On Tuesday, the …

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; Spain, Portugal and Morocco co-host of 2030 WC
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; Spain, Portugal and Morocco co-host of 2030 WC

India Today  

FIFA confirmed on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 Men's World Cup, while the 2030 edition will be held in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with additional matches in three South American countries. The combined proposal from Morocco, Spain and Portugal will see the 2030 World Cup take place across three continents and six nations, with Uruguay, Argentina and …

The silence surrounding Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 confirmation reveals Fifa’s grand plan
4 weeks, 1 day ago

The silence surrounding Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 confirmation reveals Fifa’s grand plan

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As late as Monday evening, members of the …

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup

Associated Press  

ZURICH — Saudi Arabia was officially confirmed Wednesday by FIFA as host of the 2034 World Cup in men’s soccer, giving the oil-rich kingdom its biggest prize yet for massive spending on global sports driven by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. AP AUDIO: FIFA names Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host; Spain, Portugal and Morocco to co-host 2030 edition …

FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi Arabia set to stage 2034 tournament
4 weeks, 1 day ago

FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi Arabia set to stage 2034 tournament

Hindustan Times  

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia. BIDS Morocco, Spain and Portugal's combined proposal will see the 2030 World Cup take place across three continents and six …

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; rights groups condemn decision as 'moment of great danger'
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; rights groups condemn decision as 'moment of great danger'

New Indian Express  

FIFA had invoked its principle of rotating the World Cup between continents, which meant only bids from Asia or Oceania were welcome for 2034. Rights groups flay decision The decision to award the world cup to Saudi Arabia puts the lives of construction workers at risk and "marks a moment of great danger", Amnesty International and 20 other organisations warned …

FIFA names Saudi Arabia as World Cup 2034 host; Morocco to co-stage 2030
4 weeks, 1 day ago

FIFA names Saudi Arabia as World Cup 2034 host; Morocco to co-stage 2030

Al Jazeera  

FIFA Congress confirms the Middle East nation’s bid for 2034 – with Morocco, Spain and Portugal to co-host 2030 edition. The world footballing body, FIFA, has officially named Saudi Arabia as the host nation of the FIFA World Cup 2034. The Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting, held on Wednesday, also confirmed Morocco, Spain and Portugal as co-hosts of the 2030 World …

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup — a controversial pick
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup — a controversial pick

NPR  

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup — a controversial pick toggle caption Mahmoud Khaled/Getty Images The world's largest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup, will be held in Saudi Arabia in 2034, soccer's governing body announced Wednesday — a controversial selection that has already drawn criticism from human rights groups. And it is the biggest jewel yet …

Saudi Arabia officially announced as the 2034 World Cup host. Human rights groups warn of ‘unimaginable human cost’
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Saudi Arabia officially announced as the 2034 World Cup host. Human rights groups warn of ‘unimaginable human cost’

CNN  

CNN — Global soccer governing body FIFA has officially announced the hosts for the next two men’s World Cups. Michael Page, deputy Middle East and North Africa director at Human Rights Watch, recently warned of an “unimaginable human cost” to hosting arguably the world’s biggest sporting event in Saudi Arabia. In its report, FIFA added that “there is a good …

The silence surrounding Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 confirmation reveals Fifa’s grand plan
4 weeks, 2 days ago

The silence surrounding Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 confirmation reveals Fifa’s grand plan

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As late as Monday evening, members of the …

FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi set to stage 2034 tournament
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4 weeks, 2 days ago

FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi set to stage 2034 tournament

India Today  

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia. BIDS Morocco, Spain and Portugal's combined proposal will see the 2030 World Cup take place across three continents and six …

World Cup hosting decisions set to kick off a decade of scrutiny on Saudi Arabia and FIFA
1 month ago

World Cup hosting decisions set to kick off a decade of scrutiny on Saudi Arabia and FIFA

Associated Press  

GENEVA — The inevitable result has been clear since last year: Saudi Arabia will be confirmed by FIFA as the 2034 World Cup host on Wednesday. FIFA published each member’s choice in June 2018 in Moscow when the United States, Canada and Mexico won the 2026 World Cup hosting vote 134-65 against Morocco. There is skepticism FIFA and Saudi Arabia …

Head of UN human rights promises advice to FIFA and Saudi Arabia over 2034 World Cup issues
1 month ago

Head of UN human rights promises advice to FIFA and Saudi Arabia over 2034 World Cup issues

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Two days before FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host, the United Nations’ top human rights official pledged Monday to try to ensure migrant labor standards are “properly respected” around the tournament. On Monday, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, said his organization in Geneva was not directly engaged by FIFA …

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labour
1 month ago

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labour

The Hindu  

FIFA was urged on Wednesday not to give Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup hosting rights next week without binding commitments to protect migrant labour working on massive projects in the kingdom. Human Rights Watch detailed alleged abuses after speaking to more than 150 current and former workers, and families of some who died in Saudi Arabia, over two years …

IOC official open to back-to-back World Cup in Saudi Arabia and Salt Lake Olympics in early 2034
1 month ago

IOC official open to back-to-back World Cup in Saudi Arabia and Salt Lake Olympics in early 2034

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Scheduling the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia back-to-back with the 2034 Salt Lake City Winter Games would pose “no risk” to the Olympics, a senior IOC official said Tuesday. Dubi’s comments suggested January 2034 is surprisingly open for FIFA and Saudi Arabia to stage soccer’s marquee event despite a near-clash with the Salt Lake City Olympics that …

Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid 'medium risk' for human rights: FIFA
1 month, 1 week ago

Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid 'medium risk' for human rights: FIFA

Hindustan Times  

Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup was considered "medium risk" for human rights by FIFA in its evaluation report, which said implementing reforms could take "significant time and effort". "It is important to note that the bid involves significant opportunities for positive human rights impact," added FIFA. "There is good potential that the tournament could serve as …

Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid gets higher score than USA, Canada and Mexico from FIFA
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1 month, 1 week ago

Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid gets higher score than USA, Canada and Mexico from FIFA

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid received a higher technical score from FIFA than the 2026 joint bid by the United States, Canada and Mexico even though the Middle East nation has yet to construct several stadiums proposed for the tournament. “The bid includes some ambitious stadium projects integrated into unique locations, including the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium located …

FIFA inspection praises Saudi Arabia bid to host 2034 World Cup ahead of Dec. 11 decision
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA inspection praises Saudi Arabia bid to host 2034 World Cup ahead of Dec. 11 decision

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Ahead of giving Saudi Arabia the men’s 2034 World Cup to host, FIFA approved the quality of its bid in a 110-page evaluation Saturday that noted higher risks related to human rights in the oil-rich kingdom. On Dec. 11, in a scheduled online meeting of 211 national soccer federations, FIFA will ask them to acclaim without an itemized …

Saudi Arabia win bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034, record highest bidding ratings
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1 month, 1 week ago

Saudi Arabia win bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034, record highest bidding ratings

India TV News  

Saudi Arabia are cleared to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup after recording the historic bidding ratings on Saturday. Saudi Arabia will solely host the World Cup in the winter season of 2034 after beating a joint bid from the USA, Canada and Mexico. FIFA is expected to officially confirm Saudi Arabia as hosts for the World Cup on December …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draws praises from 2034 WC stakeholders in Saudi Arabia
1 month, 2 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draws praises from 2034 WC stakeholders in Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

The success of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 remained one of the major talking points two years after the tournament, at the Misk Global Forum 2024, held between November 18 and 19, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Coinciding with the tournament’s two-year anniversary, Qatar 2022 CEO Nasser Al Khater took to the stage to reflect on the tournament’s success and …

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024: Qatar to host last three matches, final at Lusail Stadium on December 18
1 month, 4 weeks ago

FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024: Qatar to host last three matches, final at Lusail Stadium on December 18

The Hindu  

Qatar is set to host the final three matches of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2024 in December, the tournament’s Local Organising Committee announced on Tuesday. Stadium 974 will host two matches before the much-anticipated final match at Lusail – marking the two-year anniversary of the historic FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 final. The tournament will witness clubs from across the …

Amnesty International warns FIFA of ‘real and predictable human cost’ of awarding 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Amnesty International warns FIFA of ‘real and predictable human cost’ of awarding 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

CNN  

CNN — Amnesty International has urged FIFA to halt the process of awarding Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup until major human rights reforms are announced. As part of the bidding process, FIFA states that countries must respect “internationally recognized human rights,” but Amnesty International’s latest report concluded that “neither bid has adequately demonstrated how they have met FIFA’s human …

Saudi Arabia details ambitious 2034 World Cup stadiums and project building plan to FIFA
5 months, 1 week ago

Saudi Arabia details ambitious 2034 World Cup stadiums and project building plan to FIFA

Associated Press  

PARIS — Saudi Arabia detailed a massive stadium building project Wednesday to host the 2034 World Cup in men’s soccer, with one venue 350 meters above ground in a planned futuristic city. A 46,000-seat stadium in the Neom megaproject along the Red Sea coast is “designed to stand out among the world’s most iconic landmarks,” according to the first overall …

World Cup bidders give FIFA their detailed plans in Paris to host the tournaments in 2030 and 2034
5 months, 1 week ago

World Cup bidders give FIFA their detailed plans in Paris to host the tournaments in 2030 and 2034

Associated Press  

PARIS — On the sidelines of the Paris Olympics, FIFA has been doing business with its future hosts of the men’s World Cup including Saudi Arabia. FIFA said on Monday it received in Paris the formal bid books from leaders of the seven member federations which are the exclusive bidders for the World Cups of 2030 and 2034. The 2030 …

FIFA chooses Brazil to host Women's World Cup 2027
7 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA chooses Brazil to host Women's World Cup 2027

China Daily  

FIFA announced that Brazil won the bids to host FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 during its annual congress in Bangkok Friday. Brazil has won the right to host FIFA Women's World Cup 2027, making it the first South American country to stage the world's most influential women's soccer competition, the federation announced on Friday. Brazil has hosted two men's World …

Ten Years From Home World Cup, Saudi Arabia Sizes Up 'Huge Challenge'
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ten Years From Home World Cup, Saudi Arabia Sizes Up 'Huge Challenge'

News 18  

A decade before it hosts football’s World Cup, the size of the task facing Saudi Arabia is becoming apparent, including building stadiums, hotels and transport links. “We still have 10 full years ahead of us that will see the state of stadiums in Saudi Arabia change radically,” a Saudi Football Federation official told AFP. – Clifftop stadium – Saudi Arabia, …

FIFA picks Qatar, Morocco to host 5 youth World Cups as Middle East, North Africa influence grows
9 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA picks Qatar, Morocco to host 5 youth World Cups as Middle East, North Africa influence grows

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA has awarded 10 editions of its Under-17 World Cups to be hosted by Qatar and Morocco, starting in 2025 when they become annual tournaments. FIFA did not identify rival bidders for the hosting decisions which it said followed “a global call for expressions of interest in hosting both competitions.” They are intended to use existing venues “in …

Saudi Arabia launches formal bid to host 2034 World Cup in FIFA contest effectively already won
10 months, 1 week ago

Saudi Arabia launches formal bid to host 2034 World Cup in FIFA contest effectively already won

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia launched its formal bid campaign Friday to host the 2034 World Cup, in a race that basically became a formality last October when the oil-rich kingdom was the only candidate to enter the contest. FIFA is expected to rubber-stamp Saudi Arabia as host in an uncontested vote by the governing body’s 211 member federations before the end of …

Saudi Arabia launches formal bid to host 2034 World Cup in FIFA contest effectively already won
10 months, 1 week ago

Saudi Arabia launches formal bid to host 2034 World Cup in FIFA contest effectively already won

Associated Press  

Saudi Arabia launched its formal bid campaign Friday to host the 2034 World Cup, in a race that basically became a formality last October when the oil-rich kingdom was the only candidate to enter the contest. FIFA is expected to rubber-stamp Saudi Arabia as host in an uncontested vote by the governing body’s 211 member federations before the end of …

Qatar Set To Host Delayed Asian Cup As Gulf Influence In Football Grows
1 year ago

Qatar Set To Host Delayed Asian Cup As Gulf Influence In Football Grows

News 18  

Qatar returns to the spotlight on Friday little more than a year after the first World Cup held in the Arab world when the relocated and delayed 2023 Asian Cup gets underway amid a seismic shift in football’s global order. Emboldened by Qatar’s success in hosting the 2022 edition, the Saudis emerged as the only candidate to host the 2034 …

A simple guide to the AFC Asian Cup 2023 stadiums
1 year ago

A simple guide to the AFC Asian Cup 2023 stadiums

Al Jazeera  

A quick look at the nine stadiums that will host the 2023 Asian Cup matches in Qatar. Qatar is hosting the AFC Asian Cup 2023 for the third time, and the continental tournament will be spread across nine stadiums in the FIFA World Cup 2022 host nation. Lusail Stadium Capacity: 88,000 Inauguration: September 2022 Location: Lusail City Lusail Stadium is …

In Saudi Arabia’s stellar football year, federation boss sees 2034 World Cup fuelling more rapid change
1 year ago

In Saudi Arabia’s stellar football year, federation boss sees 2034 World Cup fuelling more rapid change

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia’s ambitions in football were made stunning and clear in 2023, and its upcoming 11-year journey toward hosting the men’s FIFA World Cup promises much more of the same. The final FIFA decision must wait until late next year, but there is little doubt Saudi Arabia will add the 2034 World Cup to hosting the 2027 Asian Cup in …

In Saudi Arabia’s stellar soccer year, federation boss sees 2034 World Cup fueling more rapid change
1 year ago

In Saudi Arabia’s stellar soccer year, federation boss sees 2034 World Cup fueling more rapid change

Associated Press  

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia’s ambitions in soccer were made stunning and clear in 2023, and its upcoming 11-year journey toward hosting the men’s World Cup promises much more of the same. The final FIFA decision must wait until late next year, but there is little doubt Saudi Arabia will add the 2034 World Cup to hosting the 2027 …

Club World Cup set for June-July 2025, new Intercontinental Cup in 2024 - FIFA
1 year ago

Club World Cup set for June-July 2025, new Intercontinental Cup in 2024 - FIFA

The Hindu  

FIFA’s revamped Club World Cup planned for 2025 and set to feature 32 teams will be played from June 15 to July 13, while a new Intercontinental Cup will be played annually from next year, Gianni Infantino, the head of world football’s governing body, said on Sunday. The announcement drew criticism from the global players’ union FIFPro which said the …

FIFA and Saudi Arabia bond over Club World Cup this week with bigger goal ahead of 2034 World Cup
1 year ago

FIFA and Saudi Arabia bond over Club World Cup this week with bigger goal ahead of 2034 World Cup

Associated Press  

FIFA’s long-time flirtation with Saudi Arabia became a fully formed partnership this year. FIFA is likely to explore new broadcast models for the Club World Cup while its sponsor slate surely will include some from Saudi Arabia, whose state oil giant Aramco is reportedly in line for a top-tier World Cup deal. FIFA’s and Infantino’s relations with Saudi Arabia and …

Saudi Arabia makes 2034 World Cup promise amid LGBTQ+ fears
1 year, 1 month ago

Saudi Arabia makes 2034 World Cup promise amid LGBTQ+ fears

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Saudi Arabia’s sports minister insists everyone will be …

Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh selected to host World Expo in 2030
1 year, 1 month ago

Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh selected to host World Expo in 2030

Al Jazeera  

The country also expected to host the World Cup in 2034 achieves the latest in a series of victories for Gulf states on international events. The Expo 2030 world’s fair will be held in Riyadh in another hosting victory for a Gulf country after Qatar put on football’s World Cup last year. Saudi Arabia’s capital won 119 votes, Busan 29 …

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