Saudi Arabia Confirmed as 2034 FIFA World Cup Host Amid Controversial Bid Process
FIFA's decision has drawn criticism over human rights concerns and a lack of transparency in the bidding process.
- Saudi Arabia was officially confirmed as the sole host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup following an uncontested bid process.
- Critics, including the Norwegian Football Association and human rights organizations, have condemned the process as opaque and inconsistent with FIFA's own reform principles.
- Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International have raised concerns about Saudi Arabia's human rights record, including treatment of migrant workers and political repression, calling FIFA's evaluation process a 'whitewash.'
- FIFA awarded Saudi Arabia's bid the highest-ever evaluation score, despite the country only having two of the required 15 stadiums built and no clear timeline for tournament preparations.
- The decision continues FIFA President Gianni Infantino's close relationship with Saudi Arabia, which has included sponsorship deals and frequent high-profile meetings with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
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