FIFA backs Saudi Arabia's bid to host 2034 World Cup, despite human rights concerns.

Despite concerns over human rights and extreme heat, FIFA has given Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup a high technical score, labeling it a "medium risk" for human rights. Critics, including Amnesty International, argue that the evaluation is an "astonishing whitewash," citing potential worker exploitation and repression. FIFA, however, sees the bid as a chance for positive reforms. The final decision will be made on December 11.

November 30, 2024
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