Tue Dec 17 21:11:02 UTC 2024: **FIFA Awards 2030 and 2034 World Cups: Spain, Portugal, Morocco to Co-host 2030; Saudi Arabia to Host 2034**

ZURICH – FIFA has announced the hosts for the 2030 and 2034 FIFA World Cups. Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will jointly host the 2030 tournament, marking a return of the event to Europe after the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, a significant development for the burgeoning football scene in the Middle East.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino made the announcement, confirming that the 2030 tournament will include centenary celebration matches in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The decision to award Saudi Arabia the 2034 event follows a significant investment in football infrastructure and talent acquisition in the Kingdom, including the high-profile signing of Cristiano Ronaldo. This underscores Saudi Arabia’s growing ambition to establish itself as a major player in the global football landscape. The 2026 World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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