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The 2034 World Cup is awarded to Saudi Arabia after Australia and Indonesia successfully bid against it.
The 2034 World Cup is awarded to Saudi Arabia after Australia and Indonesia successfully bid against it.
False
FIFA's Centenary World Cup in 2030 will take place in four countries including South America.
FIFA's Centenary World Cup in 2030 will take place in four countries including South America.
False
FIFA aims to hold the World Cup on a different continent every time it is hosted.
FIFA aims to hold the World Cup on a different continent every time it is hosted.
True
The 2034 World Cup will be held in summer as planned by FIFA.
The 2034 World Cup will be held in summer as planned by FIFA.
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The first World Cup was held in Montevideo in 1940.
The first World Cup was held in Montevideo in 1940.
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FIFA's decision regarding the 2030 World Cup was met with broad approval from Football Supporters Europe (FSE).
FIFA's decision regarding the 2030 World Cup was met with broad approval from Football Supporters Europe (FSE).
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Only countries from Asia and Oceania were allowed to bid for the 2034 World Cup.
Only countries from Asia and Oceania were allowed to bid for the 2034 World Cup.
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FIFA has confirmed that it will require a total of 14 stadiums for the 2034 World Cup.
FIFA has confirmed that it will require a total of 14 stadiums for the 2034 World Cup.
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Several NGOs expressed concern regarding the treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia.
Several NGOs expressed concern regarding the treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia.
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The 2034 World Cup will only feature teams from Oceania and Africa.
The 2034 World Cup will only feature teams from Oceania and Africa.
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Study Notes
2030 and 2034 World Cup Decisions
- FIFA awarded the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia and the 2030 World Cup to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
- The 2030 World Cup will feature matches in South America.
- The 2030 World Cup will be the "Centenary World Cup" and will be held in six countries for the first time, a significant change from the first edition which took place in three stadiums in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1930 with 13 teams.
- FIFA aims to rotate the hosting continent for each World Cup.
- Only Asian and Oceania nations could bid for the 2034 World Cup; Saudi Arabia was the sole candidate after other bids were withdrawn.
- Saudi Arabia is improving its economy.
- Saudi Arabia currently only has two of the 14 required 40,000-seat stadiums.
Concerns and Criticisms
- Environmental concerns exist regarding the 2030 hosting and the intense summer heat in Saudi Arabia which may necessitate shifting the tournament to winter or late autumn, like the 2022 Qatar event.
- Human rights concerns exist with both the 2030 and 2034 hosting decisions; criticism of the "red carpet treatment" to the 2034 host, Saudi Arabia, is significant due to its human rights record.
- NGOs have pointed to potential poor treatment of migrant workers.
- Football Supporters Europe (FSE) criticized the unnecessary air travel for teams, media, and fans associated with the 2030 multi-country hosting, in contrast to environmental promises.
- Increased logistical challenges related to multiple countries hosting the 2030 World Cup have been raised by the FSE.
- Many are unhappy with the FIFA decisions of 2030 and 2034, with some recommending changes to the hosting model.
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Explore the recent FIFA decisions for the hosting of the 2030 and 2034 World Cups. Learn about the venues, historical significance, and the implications of hosting responsibilities, including environmental concerns and infrastructure challenges in Saudi Arabia. This quiz delves into the impacts on the world of football and regional dynamics.
