Saudi Arabia has officially been selected to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, marking a monumental step in its push to elevate its global sporting profile. The announcement was made during an Extraordinary FIFA Congress on December 11, 2024, where FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Saudi Arabia as the sole bidder for the event. The decision was unanimously ratified by acclamation from more than 200 member federations that participated remotely.
A First for Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia will host the men’s World Cup for the first time,…