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Saudi Arabia Officially Designated as Host for 2034 World Cup Amid Human Rights Controversy

FIFA announces Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, raising human rights concerns regarding the country's treatment of workers and social reforms.

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Updated: Dec 11th, 2024, 10:22 PM ET

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FIFA has named Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host, following approval of the 2030 tournament co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. The decision has drawn significant backlash from human rights organizations over the kingdom's labor practices and social issues, raising questions about workers' rights and potential segregation at venues. Plans call for extensive infrastructure across five cities, with the need for clear risk assessments for labor rights. FIFA's evaluation report rated Saudi Arabia's human rights concerns as 'medium,' igniting fears of sportswashing and lack of accountability.

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