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Football must change now after Saudi Arabia 2034 exposes ‘failure’ at the very top

Change is required for the global game, argues Miguel Delaney, given the current system, which has permitted Saudi Arabia’s unchallenged bid for the 2034 World Cup and led to a number of single-candidate campaigns and individuals holding immense power to shape the sport for decades

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2023

The US government's newly imposed export rules block $5 billion worth of advanced AI GPUs from China

The US government is doubling down on AI safety and recently imposed new exportation rules and guidelines affecting the shipment of AI chips to China, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam. Early implementation of the rules has deterred NVIDIA's plans to ship $5 billion worth of AI chips…

Windows Central · Nov 1, 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to scathing taunts in Saudi Arabia - before heated argument with Jordan Henderson

Cristiano Ronaldo let his emotions get the better of himself on Tuesday night while playing for Al-Nassr

FourFourTwo · Nov 1, 2023

Saudi Arabia set to host Fifa World Cup 2034 after Australia opts against bid

Football Australia says it won’t bid for the 2034 World Cup, clearing the way for Saudi Arabia to host the marquee men's tournament

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023

Australia says it won’t bid for 2034 FIFA World Cup; Saudi Arabia likely to host

Indonesia’s football association initially showed interest in a joint bid with Australia, potentially alongside Malaysia and Singapore, but that faded when Indonesia instead backed Saudi Arabia.

The Hindu · Oct 31, 2023

Australia abandons 2034 FIFA World Cup bid, Saudi Arabia likely to host

Australia has officially withdrawn its bid to host the 2034 men's FIFA World Cup, opening the door for Saudi Arabia to emerge as the favourite to host the tournament.

The Times of India · Oct 31, 2023

Australia opts against 2034 World Cup bid, paving way for Saudi Arabia to host

Australia has opted against a bid to host the 2034 World Cup, leaving Saudi Arabia on course to stage the tournament.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 31, 2023

Australia says it won't bid for the 2034 World Cup, Saudi Arabia likely to host

Football Australia says it won’t bid for the 2034 World Cup, clearing the way for Saudi Arabia to host the marquee men's tournament

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023

Australia clears path for Saudi Arabia to host 2034 World Cup after withdrawing bid

Decision on hosting rights due to be ratified soon

Evening Standard · Oct 31, 2023

Australia won't bid for 2034 FIFA World Cup

The men's soccer World Cup in 2034 is poised to be hosted by Saudi Arabia after Football Australia officially confirmed it won't bid for the tournament.

AAP · Oct 31, 2023