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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 - Dec. 12 -
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. But when exactly?
Saudi Arabia scored a major win in its campaign to attract major sports events to the kingdom when it was formally appointed as the 2034 World Cup host on WednesdayABC News - Dec. 11 -
John Dobson: ‘I’m old school. When the Stormers fire me I’m done in coaching’
Stormers head coach on his Cape Town connection and ‘putting up a fight’ at Harlequins in the Champions Cup. Rugby union still produces some fascinating individuals and John Dobson, the head honcho ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Saudi Arabia’s World Cup: what will the 2034 tournament look like?
It will be in the winter again and many stadiums and hotels are yet to be built but there is a genuine love for the sport. Fifa’s bid evaluation report left no doubt: Saudi Arabia had put together ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
FIFA Bends Own Rules to Give Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup
Critics objected to the bidding process, and human rights groups raised concerns about workplace safety for the migrants who will build the stadiums needed to host the event.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 11 -
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 - Dec. 10 -
French rugby players are cleared of sexual assault in Argentina
An Argentine court has dropped aggravated sexual assault charges against two professional French rugby players accused of raping a woman after a match in the country earlier this yearABC News - Dec. 10 -
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 - Dec. 10 -
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 - Dec. 10 -
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 - Dec. 10 -
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 - Dec. 10 -
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 - Dec. 10 -
Angel City fires coach Becki Tweed amid rebuild
Angel City FC parted ways with head coach Becki Tweed, the team announced Monday.ESPN - Dec. 9 -
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 - Dec. 6 -
DFB votes in favour of 2034 Saudi Arabia World Cup
Yahoo News - Dec. 6 -
2 Women Accused the Same Tennis Coach of Assault. Then They Found Each Other.
A former Wake Forest tennis player alleged that a coach sexually assaulted her in 1999. Decades later, another player reached out with a similar past.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Why some players won't get any Official World Golf Ranking points at the Hero World Challenge
Tiger Woods’ Hero World Challenge has always been viewed as a world-ranking boondoggle for the lucky few who qualify, but this year’s event won’t be as lucrative as a result of a new ranking formula.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
League-worst Blackhawks fire coach Richardson
The Blackhawks fired coach Luke Richardson on Thursday after just eight wins in their first 26 games left them with the worst record based on points in the league. Anders Sorensen will take over on ...ESPN - Dec. 6 -
Club World Cup draw reaction: Best teams, players to watch, predictions and more
ESPN's experts react to the 2025 Club World Cup draw with a closer look at the teams, their chances of lifting the title and which players to keep an eye on.ESPN - Dec. 6 -
Blackhawks fire coach Luke Richardson in his 3rd season after league-worst start
The Chicago Blackhawks have fired coach Luke Richardson, signaling their frustration with the state of the franchise’s rebuilding projectABC News - Dec. 5 -
Blackhawks fire coach Luke Richardson after league-worst 8-16-2 start
Richardson was in the third year of his three-year contract with ChicagoCBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
Chicago Blackhawks fire coach Luke Richardson after NHL-worst start in his third season
Chicago Blackhawks fire coach Luke Richardson after NHL-worst start in his third seasonABC News - Dec. 5 -
Blackhawks fire head coach Luke Richardson after 8-16-2 start
The Blackhawks currently own the worst record in the NHL.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
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 -
'US Ryder Cup players should get $5m and donate to charity'
Tiger Woods suggests that each American player in the Ryder Cup should receive $5m (£3.9m) and give that money to charity.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Michigan coach Sherrone Moore fires offensive coordinator Kirk Campbell after unit struggles in 2024
Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has fired offensive coordinator Kirk CampbellABC News - Dec. 3 -
Appalachian State fires coach Shawn Clark after program's first losing season in 11 years
Clark went 40–24 in his five seasons at Appalachian State, including an upset of Texas A&M in 2022.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Bears explain Matt Eberflus' awkward press conference that took place hours before his firing, announce coaching changes
Bears decision-makers were still meeting about Eberflus' future during his Friday presser, so they didn't see any reason Eberflus shouldn't meet with the media.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2
