ZURICH, Switzerland – Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA Men’s World Cup, while Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will share hosting duties for the 2030 tournament, football’s global governing body confirmed on Wednesday.
The decision, finalized at an Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting, also designates matches in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay as part of the 2030 event.
This move honors the tournament’s centenary, marking 100 years since the inaugural World Cup was held in Uruguay in 1930.
The dual announcement follows FIFA’s virtual meeting, where all 211 member associations participated.
In an unusual voting process, member nations expressed their approval via “acclamation” — clapping on camera through video links.
The 2030 tournament will see Spain, Portugal, and Morocco as the primary hosts, making it the first World Cup to be played across multiple continents: Europe, Africa, and South America.
Three matches will take place in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, providing a nod to the tournament’s origins.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s successful bid for the 2034 tournament highlights the Kingdom’s increasing role in global sports.
The Gulf nation has invested heavily in hosting major sporting events in recent years as part of its broader ambitions under its Vision 2030 initiative.
The decision, finalized at an Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting, also designates matches in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay as part of the 2030 event.
This move honors the tournament’s centenary, marking 100 years since the inaugural World Cup was held in Uruguay in 1930.
The dual announcement follows FIFA’s virtual meeting, where all 211 member associations participated.
In an unusual voting process, member nations expressed their approval via “acclamation” — clapping on camera through video links.
The 2030 tournament will see Spain, Portugal, and Morocco as the primary hosts, making it the first World Cup to be played across multiple continents: Europe, Africa, and South America.
Three matches will take place in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, providing a nod to the tournament’s origins.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s successful bid for the 2034 tournament highlights the Kingdom’s increasing role in global sports.
The Gulf nation has invested heavily in hosting major sporting events in recent years as part of its broader ambitions under its Vision 2030 initiative.
