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Saudi Arabia To Host 2034 World Cup

Saudi women supporters celebrate after Saudi Arabia won the World Cup group C soccer match between Argentina and Saudi Arabia at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, on Nov. 22, 2022. (AP Photo

Saudi Arabia has been appointed as the host of the 2034 World Cup, marking a significant achievement in the country's efforts to attract major sports events. However, several key questions remain unanswered regarding the upcoming tournament and the 2030 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

One of the primary concerns is the location of the games. Saudi Arabia has proposed 15 stadiums in five cities, with plans for futuristic designs such as a stadium in Neom situated 350 meters above street level. The kingdom aims to host all 104 games, though there is speculation about the possibility of some matches being played in neighboring countries.

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