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Saudi Arabia set to host FIFA World Cup 2034

Sentinel Digital Desk

NEW DELHI: Saudi Arabia will host the FIFA World Cup 2034, the president of the International Football Federation (FIFA), Gianni Infantino announced through a social media post, late on Tuesday. Earlier, Football Australia on Tuesday opted out of the 2034 FIFA Men’s Football World Cup bid, paving the way for Saudi Arabia to potentially host the tournament.

“The next two editions of the FIFA World Cup are set to be hosted in Africa (Morocco) and Europe (Portugal and Spain) - with three celebratory matches played in South America (Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay) - in 2030 and in Asia (Saudi Arabia) in 2034,” Infantino wrote in Instagram.

“The bidding processes were approved by consensus via the FIFA Council - where all six confederations are represented - after constructive dialogue and extensive consultation. Thank you to everyone who has participated in this positive exchange.”

Three countries from the continent of North America, the United States of America, Mexico and Canada will host the FIFA World Cup 2026. IANS

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