FA explains decision to back Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts despite human rights concerns
1 week, 5 days 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 back Saudi Arabia as hosts of the 2034 World Cup, and says it has received “assurances” from the Middle East nation that LGBTQ+ supporters will be “safe and welcome”. It followed a hugely controversial process that left Saudi Arabia as the sole bidder for the 2034 World Cup, with further concerns raised by human rights campaigners. Amnesty International warned that hosting the World Cup in Saudi Arabia will put “many lives at risk” due to fears over migrant workers involved in huge construction projects, while an “independent” human rights assessment was criticised as a “whitewash”. open image in gallery The 2034 World Cup has been controversially awarded to Saudi Arabia “Football is a global game, and is for everyone.

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Backing Saudi World Cup bid ‘wasn’t a difficult decision’, says FA chair
1 week, 3 days ago

Backing Saudi World Cup bid ‘wasn’t a difficult decision’, says FA chair

The Hindu  

England’s FA decided to back Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 World Cup after being reassured by answers it received from the Saudi Arabian Football Federation during a meeting last month, chair Debbie Hewitt said on Friday. Global soccer governing body FIFA officially awarded the World Cup to the Kingdom on Wednesday, with the sole bid for the tournament …

Saudi Arabia’s plans to host the men’s World Cup 2034 will be harmful for the climate, experts say
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1 week, 3 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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1 week, 3 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 rights activist says 2034 World Cup visitors will live in ‘a bubble’ and not see real life
1 week, 4 days ago

Saudi rights activist says 2034 World Cup visitors will live in ‘a bubble’ and not see real life

Associated Press  

LONDON — Soccer fans visiting Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World Cup will live in a “bubble” during the tournament that does not reflect real life there, a Saudi rights activist warned on Thursday. Saudi Arabia is today “a pure police state,” Lina al-Hathloul claimed, under the rule of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, whose close working ties to Infantino …

We should all be worried about Saudi Arabia hosting the 2034 World Cup
1 week, 4 days ago

We should all be worried about Saudi Arabia hosting the 2034 World Cup

The Independent  

Fifa’s handing of the 2034 Men’s World Cup to Saudi Arabia, by breaking its own rules and without conducting proper human rights due diligence, highlights why the UK needs to act fast and take a firm stance against “sportswashing” before it’s too late. The new Human Rights Watch report about how Saudi Arabia is using its sovereign wealth fund, which …

Saudi Arabia to host World Cup 2034: FIFA slammed by Australia players union
1 week, 4 days 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 …

The absurd image that sums up Fifa’s ‘tinpot dictatorship’ as Saudi Arabia awarded World Cup
1 week, 4 days ago

The absurd image that sums up Fifa’s ‘tinpot dictatorship’ as Saudi Arabia awarded World Cup

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. Fourteen years on, on Thursday 11 December 2024, Fifa’s congress remotely applauded …

Australia players union condemns FIFA after it awards 2034 World Cup bid to Saudi Arabia
1 week, 4 days ago

Australia players union condemns FIFA after it awards 2034 World Cup bid to Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

Australia’s professional football 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
1 week, 4 days 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
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1 week, 4 days 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 …

FIFA's Saudi Arabia World Cup decision to send human rights shockwaves through football
1 week, 4 days ago

FIFA's Saudi Arabia World Cup decision to send human rights shockwaves through football

ABC  

FIFA's decision to award the 2034 men's World Cup to the sole bidder Saudi Arabia has already been widely condemned on human rights grounds, but those protests will fall on deaf ears. "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 2034 Men's World Cup …

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup despite human rights sportswashing concerns
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1 week, 4 days 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?
1 week, 4 days 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
1 week, 4 days 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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1 week, 5 days 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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1 week, 5 days 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 …

Awarding of 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia will put ‘many lives at risk’, Amnesty International warns
1 week, 5 days ago

Awarding of 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia will put ‘many lives at risk’, Amnesty International warns

The Independent  

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Saudi Arabia confirmed as hosts for 2034 FIFA World Cup; FIFA approves 2030 edition hosts too
1 week, 5 days 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
1 week, 5 days 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
1 week, 5 days ago

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

The Independent  

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Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup
Top News
1 week, 5 days 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 …

Norway plans protest over decision to award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
1 week, 5 days ago

Norway plans protest over decision to award 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

The Independent  

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Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup; rights groups condemn decision as 'moment of great danger'
1 week, 5 days 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 …

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup — a controversial pick
1 week, 5 days 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 …

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
1 week, 6 days ago

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

Hindustan Times  

GENEVA — Norway's soccer federation plans to abstain from giving its approval when Saudi Arabia is confirmed Wednesday as the 2034 World Cup host, saying FIFA has done too little to protect human rights around the tournament. FIFA's 211 member federations are holding an online meeting on Wednesday to rubberstamp the decision to give Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup …

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia
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1 week, 6 days ago

Norway plans to protest FIFA and abstain from decision giving 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Norway’s soccer federation plans to abstain from giving its approval when Saudi Arabia is confirmed Wednesday as the 2034 World Cup host, saying FIFA has done too little to protect human rights around the tournament. “FIFA’s own guidelines for human rights and due diligence have also not been adequately integrated into the process, increasing the risk of human …

The silence surrounding Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 confirmation reveals Fifa’s grand plan
1 week, 6 days ago

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

The Independent  

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FIFA to confirm World Cup hosts, Saudi set to stage 2034 tournament
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1 week, 6 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 week, 6 days 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
2 weeks 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
2 weeks, 5 days 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 …

FIFA urged not to give 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia in report alleging abuses of migrant labor
2 weeks, 5 days ago

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

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA was urged Wednesday not to give Saudi Arabia the 2034 World Cup hosting rights next week without binding commitments to protect migrant labor 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 …

IOC official open to back-to-back World Cup in Saudi Arabia and Salt Lake Olympics in early 2034
2 weeks, 6 days 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’s network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Saudi Arabia’s network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports ahead of being confirmed by FIFA as the 2034 World Cup host was detailed on Monday in a report that cited risks to good governance off the field. The oil-rich kingdom’s investment of tens of billions of dollars in soccer, golf, boxing, tennis, the Esports Olympics and a …

Fifa accused of ‘astonishing whitewash’ over Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Fifa accused of ‘astonishing whitewash’ over Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid

The Independent  

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Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid 'medium risk' for human rights: FIFA
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

5 big issues that could block Saudi Arabia's bid to host 2034 FIFA World Cup
3 weeks, 2 days ago

5 big issues that could block Saudi Arabia's bid to host 2034 FIFA World Cup

Firstpost  

FIFA’s decision to consider Saudi Arabia’s bid has already sparked criticism. Choosing the country as the host nation could result in rights groups and fans accusing the organisation of prioritising commercial gains over ethical considerations Saudi Arabia's bid for hosting the 2034 FIFA World Cup has been rated 4.2 out of 5 by the organisation. Reuters FIFA has appraised Saudi …

Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid gets higher score than USA, Canada and Mexico from FIFA
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3 weeks, 2 days 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
3 weeks, 2 days 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
Top News
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Two US senators urge FIFA not to pick Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host over human rights risks
4 weeks ago

Two US senators urge FIFA not to pick Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host over human rights risks

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Two United States senators urged FIFA on Monday not to pick Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host next month in a decision seen as inevitable since last year despite the kingdom’s record on human rights. Democrats Ron Wyden of Oregon and Dick Durbin of Illinois have told FIFA president Gianni Infantino in a letter “we urge …

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

Germany’s Kimmich says players not political experts before voting for FIFA World Cup 2034
1 month, 1 week ago

Germany’s Kimmich says players not political experts before voting for FIFA World Cup 2034

The Hindu  

Germany players should stand for values as role models in society but are no political experts, said new Germany captain Joshua Kimmich on Wednesday ahead of next month’s vote for Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Asked about politics in sport with Saudi Arabia’s bid set to be picked for the World Cup amid human rights concerns, …

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labor law reforms but urged to do more
1 month, 1 week ago

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labor law reforms but urged to do more

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Qatar was praised at the United Nations’ top human rights body on Tuesday for improving labor laws before the 2022 World Cup, though it was urged to fully abolish its employment system for migrant workers. Qatar was urged — or “recommended,” in the formal diplomatic language of the UN rights body — by French delegate Claire Thuaudet to …

FIFA urged to avoid awarding 2034 World Cup hosting rights to Saudi Arabia in new Amnesty International report
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA urged to avoid awarding 2034 World Cup hosting rights to Saudi Arabia in new Amnesty International report

Hindustan Times  

Saudi Arabia is slowly becoming a powerful force in the football world. According to the Amnesty International and the Sport and Rights Alliance, the World Cup should not be awarded to Saudi Arabia as it could lead to major human rights issues. In a new report, Amnesty and SRA evaluated Morocco, Spain and Portugal, who received the 2030 World Cup …

FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty

The Hindu  

FIFA must halt the process to pick Saudi Arabia as hosts of the 2034 World Cup unless major human rights reforms are announced before the vote next month, Amnesty International and the Sport & Rights Alliance have said. “ in line with previous processes for the selection of hosts for the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, …

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

FIFA urged to put more human rights scrutiny into 2034 World Cup deal with Saudi Arabia
2 months, 1 week ago

FIFA urged to put more human rights scrutiny into 2034 World Cup deal with Saudi Arabia

The Independent  

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Saudi Arabia details ambitious 2034 World Cup stadiums and project building plan to FIFA
4 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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