Official Announcement by FIFA

Extraordinary FIFA Congress 2024

The Extraordinary FIFA Congress 2024, held virtually on Wednesday, officially announced Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup. FIFA President Giovanni Infantino made the announcement during the conference.

Saudi Arabia's Historic Achievement

First Nation to Host the 48-Team Format

Saudi Arabia will become the first country to host the FIFA World Cup in its expanded format featuring 48 countries. This marks an increase of 16 teams compared to the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The 2026 edition will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, while the 2030 World Cup will feature six host nations, making Saudi Arabia the sole host for 2034.

Journey to Becoming a Sports Hub

Vision 2030 and Mega Sporting Events

This announcement solidifies Saudi Arabia's position as a global leader in hosting major sporting events. The 2034 World Cup aligns perfectly with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to transform Saudi Arabia into an international sports hub.

Key Milestones in Saudi Arabia’s Bid

Highest Technical Score in FIFA History

Saudi Arabia announced its intention to bid on October 4, 2023, and sent a formal letter to FIFA on October 9, 2023. A FIFA Bid Evaluation Report awarded the Kingdom’s bid a record-breaking technical score of 419.8 out of 500—the highest in FIFA's history.