Saudi Arabia could potentially host the 2030 FIFA World Cup with officials working "flat out" to try and secure the bid, raising further concerns of 'sportswashing'.
The Arabian nation's awful record on human rights and recent mass executions have earned global condemnation. A staggering 81 prisoners were beheaded in a single day in March.
A joint bid with Egypt and Greece could be on the cards, according to reports. Rumours have been around for some time and in 2021 The Athletic reported a joint bid was being considered between Saudi Arabia and Italy.
