Overview
- Saudi Arabia has officially launched its bid to host the 2034 World Cup, presenting itself as the sole candidate.
- The bid, under the slogan 'Growing. Together,' aims to showcase Saudi Arabia's development and the transformative potential of hosting the World Cup.
- Critics have raised concerns over Saudi Arabia's human rights record, comparing it to previous scrutiny faced by Qatar, the 2022 host.
- FIFA is expected to confirm Saudi Arabia as the host in an uncontested vote by the end of 2024, with the tournament likely to be held in November-December 2034.
- Saudi Arabia's bid is supported by the president of the Asian Football Confederation and has garnered backing from over 130 Member Associations worldwide.