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Questions and Answers
Match the year with the corresponding World Cup location or event:
Match the year with the corresponding World Cup location or event:
1930 = First edition in Montevideo 2030 = Spain, Portugal, and Morocco 2034 = Saudi Arabia 2022 = Qatar during winter
Match the statement with the corresponding World Cup concern:
Match the statement with the corresponding World Cup concern:
FIFA's choice of 2034 location = Human rights issues Travel for 2030 teams and fans = Environmental impact Saudi Arabia's preparation = Need for stadium development Winter tournament adjustment = Intense summer heat
Match the countries that bid for 2034 World Cup:
Match the countries that bid for 2034 World Cup:
Saudi Arabia = Only candidate Australia = Withdrew bid Indonesia = Withdrew bid Spain = Host for 2030
Match the organization with its statement or concern:
Match the organization with its statement or concern:
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Match the number of stadiums with the relevant country:
Match the number of stadiums with the relevant country:
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Match the World Cup to its unique feature:
Match the World Cup to its unique feature:
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Match the concern with the World Cup event year:
Match the concern with the World Cup event year:
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Match the continent requirement with the World Cup editions:
Match the continent requirement with the World Cup editions:
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Match the World Cup year with the total number of teams:
Match the World Cup year with the total number of teams:
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Match the main issue with the corresponding FIFA decision:
Match the main issue with the corresponding FIFA decision:
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Study Notes
2030 World Cup
- Host countries: Spain, Portugal, and Morocco
- Three matches to be played in South America
- First time six countries are hosting a single World Cup (Centenary World Cup)
- Decision approved by 211 member countries
2034 World Cup
- Host country: Saudi Arabia
- Only Asian and Oceania countries could bid
- Australia and Indonesia withdrew from the bidding process
- Saudi Arabia is attempting to improve its international image
World Cup History
- First edition in Montevideo, Uruguay, 1930
- 13 teams played all matches in three stadiums
Concerns and Criticisms
- FIFA's decisions for both 2030 and 2034 tournaments face significant criticism
- Football Supporters Europe (FSE) expressed concern regarding the environmental impact of the 2030 tournament due to "unnecessary air travel" by teams and fans
- Significant unrest concerning Saudi Arabia's human rights record and migrant worker conditions, particularly surrounding the 2034 tournament
- Lack of suitable stadiums in Saudi Arabia, needing upgrades & additions, particularly with only two 40,000-seat arenas currently available.
- Potentially unsuitable summer climate, leading to a possible shift to late Autumn/winter tournaments as seen in 2022.
- Criticism of the bidding process from FSE when only one country bid for 2034 despite no clear justification.
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Description
Explore the details surrounding the upcoming FIFA World Cups in 2030 and 2034. Learn about the host countries, the historical context, and the criticisms that FIFA faces regarding environmental and human rights concerns. This quiz provides insights into the preparations and issues leading up to these significant tournaments.