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Saudis get '34 World Cup; 6 nations to host '30
The 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia and the 2030 World Cup will be held across Morocco, Portugal and Spain with three one-off matches in three South American countries.ESPN - 2h -
Why Saudi Arabia Being Awarded the 2034 World Cup Is So Controversial
Human-rights groups have criticized Saudi Arabia’s suitability to stage the finals since before the country launched a formal bid to host.The New York Times - 5h -
2034 World Cup explainer: Why only one bid? Winter or summer? Sportswashing?
With news that Saudi Arabia is going to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, will we have another winter tournament? How will human rights be managed as it builds brand-new stadiums?ESPN - 8h -
Saudi Arabia awarded 2034 World Cup, drawing criticism from human rights groups
The 2034 World Cup was officially awarded to Saudi Arabia, FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced Wednesday following a virtual congress.NBC News - 13h -
Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup football host by Fifa – live
Saudi Arabia confirmed despite human rights concerns A history of World Cup sportswashing | And email Niall Gianni Infantino is seated alongside the general secretary, Mattias Grafström, ...The Guardian - 15h -
Fifa confirms Saudi Arabia as host of 2034 World Cup
Kingdom’s unopposed bid for sporting event ratified by football’s governing body on WednesdayFinancial Times - 15h -
What will a Saudi 2034 World Cup look like?
The men's football World Cup will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2034 with the promise of "one of a kind" stadiums and organisers insisting everyone is welcome - but what will it look like?BBC News - 15h -
Fifa confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts
Fifa confirms the 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, while Spain, Portugal and Morocco will serve as joint hosts for the 2030 tournament.BBC News - 15h -
FIFA faces backlash as Saudi Arabia chosen to host 2034 World Cup
There was controversy over the choice of Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup due to the country's human rights record.CBS News - 15h -
Ros Atkins on... Saudi Arabia hosting 2034 World Cup
After Fifa awards Saudi Arabia the hosting rights for the men's 2034 World Cup, BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at how we got here and the controversies surrounding the decision.BBC News - 16h -
Six countries, two hemispheres - how will 2030 World Cup work?
Spain, Portugal and Morocco will co-host the 2030 men’s World Cup - BBC Sport takes a look at how the tournament will work.BBC News - 16h -
Uefa 'not worried' at Euro 2025 clash with Club World Cup
Uefa is "not worried" that some Women's Euro 2025 matches will clash with the Fifa men's Club World Cup, says managing director Nadine Kessler.BBC News - 16h -
FA set to back Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid
The FA is set to back Saudi Arabia's controversial bid to host the 2034 World Cup.BBC News - 18h -
A history of World Cup sportswashing, from Il Duce to Infantino – in pictures
The history of oppressive regimes using the World Cup as a propaganda tool runs from Italy to Qatar via Argentina’s military junta Continue reading...The Guardian - 18h -
Saudi Arabia’s journey from 90s novelty to World Cup power grab
From USA 94 to Ronaldo, via Putin and Newcastle, the 2034 hosts-elect are now at the heart of football politics. Saudi Arabia’s football history is lengthy and the country has long been one of the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Brazil legend Marta not aiming for 2027 World Cup
Brazil legend Marta has said she does not plan to play at the 2027 Women's World Cup which will be held in her home country.ESPN - 1d -
Key questions behind Fifa's Saudi World Cup decision
Fifa's confirmation of Saudi Arabia's hosting of the men's 2034 World Cup will be one of the most controversial steps that football's governing body has ever taken.BBC News - 1d -
Curry has stem-cell therapy in bid to make World Cup
England flanker Tom Curry will miss Sale's Champions Cup clash with Racing 92 on Friday for a stem-cell procedure on his chronic hip condition.BBC News - 1d -
Football Daily | Fifa channels Barry from EastEnders to cue up the Saudi World Cup
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! . “We’re gonna do it anyway. We’re gonna do it anyway. We’re gonna do it anyway. We’re gonna do it anyway.” . Learning to walk again has been ...The Guardian - 1d -
Cohen 'chooses to forget' 2003 World Cup win
Former England wing Ben Cohen says the team's 2003 Rugby World Cup triumph causes him a "little bit of pain" more than 20 years on.BBC News - 1d -
UEFA World Cup qualifying: Format, pots, dates, how the draw works
Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign for the UEFA confederation.ESPN - 1d -
FA still to decide on endorsing Saudi World Cup bid
The Football Association is still to decide whether it will officially endorse Saudi Arabia's 2034 men's World Cup bid at next week's virtual Fifa Congress.BBC News - 5d -
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World’s Priciest Dinosaur Fossil Comes to Museum of Natural History
The billionaire Kenneth C. Griffin, who bought the stegosaurus fossil for $44.6 million, is lending it to the American Museum of Natural History in New York for four years.The New York Times - 6d -
From Inter Miami to Chelsea: Profiling All 32 Club World Cup Teams
The Athletic looks at the teams taking part in the 2025 Club World Cup, including past performances, ranking and players to watch.The New York Times - 6d -
How does the new Club World Cup work & why is it so controversial?
Everything you need to know about the revamped Club World Cup set to take place in summer 2025.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Club World Cup 2025: Schedule, teams, stadiums, controversies and more, explained
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, a 32-team soccer extravaganza featuring the top professional teams from around the world.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
FIFA Secures $1 Billion Broadcast Deal With DAZN for Club World Cup
An agreement with the London-based streaming company DAZN came just a day before the draw for the inaugural event and after other networks balked at FIFA’s demands.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Sinkholes around the world – in pictures
After a sizeable sinkhole appeared on a sleepy street in south Wales , here are some of the more incredible views of the phenomenon from Greenwich to Guatemala Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
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Saudi Arabia's network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA
Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports have been detailed in research ahead of the kingdom being confirmed by FIFA next week as the 2034 World Cup hostABC News - Dec. 2
