Riyadh: Saudi Arabia is likely to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Australia, who were competing for the venue, withdrew. Football Australia announced on Tuesday that it was withdrawing from the bid to be the host nation after examining all factors. FIFA has invited football associations from Asia and Oceania to host the 2034 World Cup.
Federation head James Johnson had earlier informed that Australia is interested in hosting the World Cup. However, Football Australia later decided to focus on the Women’s Asian Cup in 2026 and the Club World Cup in 2029. AFC (Asian Football Confederation) members have decided to support Saudi Arabia in the event of Australia’s withdrawal.
Indonesia has previously announced that it is trying to host the World Cup along with Australia, Malaysia and Singapore. Indonesia has also made it clear that it supports Saudi Arabia. This year’s Women’s World Cup was held in Australia and New Zealand. After FIFA invited the countries of Asia and Oceania to host the World Cup in the first week of October, Saudi Arabia expressed its interest.
Last year’s World Cup was held in Saudi Arabia’s neighboring country, Qatar. Argentina lifted the title by defeating France in the final. The Saudi Arabian team shocked football fans by defeating Argentina in the last World Cup. Saudi won by two goals against one. After losing the other two matches, Saudi returned from Qatar as the last place in Group C.
English Summary:
Australia Will Not Bid for 2034 World Cup, Saudi Arabia Favourites to Host?
2023-10-31 09:15:56
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