FIFA have confirmed that Saudi Arabia have submitted the only bid to host the 2034 World Cup. Australia opted against bidding for the 2034 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday (Oct 31), hours before the deadline for 'declarations of interest' was set to expire.

FIFA have confirmed that Saudi Arabia have submitted the only bid to host the 2034 World Cup. Australia opted against bidding for the 2034 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday (Oct 31), hours before the deadline for 'declarations of interest' was set to expire. Football Australia said it had decided after considering all factors. Australia's decision to skip the bidding process had long been coming, especially after Saudi Arabia opted to submit an official proposal for the marquee event last month. “We have explored the opportunity to bid to host the Fifa World Cup and – having taken all factors into consideration – we have reached the conclusion not to do so for the 2034 competition,” said the Australian FA in a statement. It added that the Down Under country was still interested in hosting the Women’s Asian Cup in 2026 and the 2029 Club World Cup. “For international tournament hosting, the Australian time zones provide significant opportunities for broadcasters, and we are within touching distance of billions of people in Asia and Oceania, which also helps to provide a strong commercial outlook for competitions,” FA said, explaining the advantage of hosting world events in Australia. Also read | 2030 Football World Cup to be held in Europe, Africa and South America, announces FIFA Why did Australia not submit the bid? As soon as FIFA last month announced the venues for the 2030 World Cup, Saudi Arabia sprang into action and submitted a letter of intent to host the event to the world football governing body. According to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), after the kingdom showed its intention to bid for the tournament, "over 70 FIFA member associations from across different continents" pledged their support. The last straw for Australia came when the Asian Football Confederation also decided to back Saudi Arabia's 2034 bid. With Australia opting out, the path for Saudi Arabia to host the quadrennial event is wide open. If all things fall in place, the football World Cup will return to Asia, 12 years after Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup. What did FIFA announce? Last month, FIFA announced it had reached an agreement to host the 2030 World Cup across three continents viz, South America, Africa and Europe. While Morocco, Portugal and Spain will be the joint hosts for the marquee event, games will also be played in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. As a result, all six nations will automatically qualify for the World Cup. "In 2030, the FIFA World Cup will unite three continents and six countries, inviting the entire world to join in the celebration of the beautiful game, the Centenary and the FIFA World Cup itself," FIFA said in a statement. FIFA said the World Cup matches were being held in South America as part of the centenary celebration of the first World Cup held in Uruguay. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Football: FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as only bidder to host 2034 World Cup

Days after announcing its bid for the 2034&nbsp;FIFA World Cup, Saudi Arabia on Monday (Oct 9) took the official step by&nbsp;submitting&nbsp;a letter of intent to host the event to FIFA - the world soccer governing body.&nbsp;

According to the&nbsp;Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), ever since the kingdom showed its intention to bid for the tournament, "over 70 FIFA member associations from across different continents" had pledged their support.&nbsp;

"Last week we announced our ambitions to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, and this official submission continues our journey to make the dreams of our people a reality," Yasser Al Misehal, president of the SAFF said in a statement.&nbsp;

"We are extremely committed to presenting the most competitive bid possible that will also help unite the world through football," he added.

Last week, reports also claimed that the kingdom hosting the quadrennial event was basically a 'done deal'.&nbsp;

"A Saudi World Cup in 2034 isn't just likely, it's basically a done deal. Money has talked again, and the event will be worth billions in new cash for FIFA," a source close to the matter told DailyMail.&nbsp;

<h2>What did FIFA announce?&nbsp;</h2>

On Thursday (Oct 5), FIFA announced&nbsp;it had reached an agreement to host the 2030 World Cup across three continents viz, South America, Africa and Europe.

While Morocco, Portugal and Spain will be the joint hosts for the marquee event, games will also be played in&nbsp;Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. As a result, all six nations will automatically qualify for the World Cup.&nbsp;

"In 2030, the FIFA World Cup will unite three continents and six countries, inviting the entire world to join in the celebration of the beautiful game, the Centenary and the FIFA World Cup itself," FIFA said in a statement.&nbsp;

FIFA said the World Cup matches were being held in South America as part of the centenary celebration of the first World Cup held in Uruguay.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-announces-2030-world-cup-to-be-held-in-europe-africa-and-south-america-642630">Also read |&nbsp;2030 Football World Cup to be held in Europe, Africa and South America, announces FIFA</a>

Additionally, FIFA said it was fast-tracking the bidding process for the 2034 tournament, adding that the World Cup will be&nbsp;staged in a host country (or countries) represented by the Asian or Oceania confederations.&nbsp;

The 2034 bidding process began earlier this month and countries only have until October 31 to confirm their interest in submitting a formal bid proposal. Apart from the kingdom, Australia, perhaps alongside Indonesia is expected to throw its hat into the ring.&nbsp;

If Saudi Arabia gets the nod to host the event, the FIFA World Cup will return to Asia 12 years after Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Days after announcing its bid for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, Saudi Arabia on Monday (Oct 9) took the official step by submitting a letter of intent to host the event to FIFA - the world soccer governing body.

Days after announcing its bid for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, Saudi Arabia on Monday (Oct 9) took the official step by submitting a letter of intent to host the event to FIFA - the world soccer governing body. According to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF), ever since the kingdom showed its intention to bid for the tournament, "over 70 FIFA member associations from across different continents" had pledged their support. "Last week we announced our ambitions to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, and this official submission continues our journey to make the dreams of our people a reality," Yasser Al Misehal, president of the SAFF said in a statement. "We are extremely committed to presenting the most competitive bid possible that will also help unite the world through football," he added. Last week, reports also claimed that the kingdom hosting the quadrennial event was basically a 'done deal'. "A Saudi World Cup in 2034 isn't just likely, it's basically a done deal. Money has talked again, and the event will be worth billions in new cash for FIFA," a source close to the matter told DailyMail. What did FIFA announce? On Thursday (Oct 5), FIFA announced it had reached an agreement to host the 2030 World Cup across three continents viz, South America, Africa and Europe. While Morocco, Portugal and Spain will be the joint hosts for the marquee event, games will also be played in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. As a result, all six nations will automatically qualify for the World Cup. "In 2030, the FIFA World Cup will unite three continents and six countries, inviting the entire world to join in the celebration of the beautiful game, the Centenary and the FIFA World Cup itself," FIFA said in a statement. FIFA said the World Cup matches were being held in South America as part of the centenary celebration of the first World Cup held in Uruguay. Also read | 2030 Football World Cup to be held in Europe, Africa and South America, announces FIFA Additionally, FIFA said it was fast-tracking the bidding process for the 2034 tournament, adding that the World Cup will be staged in a host country (or countries) represented by the Asian or Oceania confederations. The 2034 bidding process began earlier this month and countries only have until October 31 to confirm their interest in submitting a formal bid proposal. Apart from the kingdom, Australia, perhaps alongside Indonesia is expected to throw its hat into the ring. If Saudi Arabia gets the nod to host the event, the FIFA World Cup will return to Asia 12 years after Qatar hosted the 2022 World Cup. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Saudi Arabia takes formal step to host 2034 World Cup, submits letter of intent to FIFA

Days after Saudi Arabia launched its official bid for hosting the 2034 World Cup, a report in DailMail quoting sources close to the matter has claimed that the kingdom hosting the quadrennial event was basically a 'done deal'.&nbsp;

After FIFA announced earlier this week that the 2030 World Cup will be held across six different nations, it has opened up the way for Saudi Arabia to mount a serious challenge for the hosting duties.&nbsp;

"A Saudi World Cup in 2034 isn't just likely, it's basically a done deal. Money has talked again, and the event will be worth billions in new cash for FIFA," the source told the publication.&nbsp;

After&nbsp;the bid, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President&nbsp;Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa of Bahrain pledged the&nbsp;support of the "entire Asian football family" behind Saudi Arabia. With the entire Africa expected to back Saudi Arabia as well, Australia, which had been mulling a bid as well, has been left disappointed.&nbsp;

Notably, FIFA President&nbsp;Gianni Infantino is also close to Saudi Arabia's&nbsp;crown prince Mohammed bin Salman and the latter has put forth a strategic vision to turn the kingdom into a sporting destination.&nbsp;

According to experts, the mass exodus of football players from Europe to the kingdom this summer window was the start of the rise of Saudi Arabia on the world footballing map. &nbsp;

<h2>What did FIFA announce?&nbsp;</h2>

On Thursday (October 5), FIFA announced&nbsp;it had reached an agreement to host the 2030 World Cup across three continents viz, South America, Africa and Europe.

While Morocco, Portugal and Spain will be the joint hosts for the marquee event, games will also be played in&nbsp;Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. As a result, all six nations will automatically qualify for the World Cup.&nbsp;

"In 2030, the FIFA World Cup will unite three continents and six countries, inviting the entire world to join in the celebration of the beautiful game, the Centenary and the FIFA World Cup itself," FIFA said in a statement.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-announces-2030-world-cup-to-be-held-in-europe-africa-and-south-america-642630">Also read |&nbsp;2030 Football World Cup to be held in Europe, Africa and South America, announces FIFA</a>

FIFA said the World Cup matches were being held in South America as part of the centenary celebration of the first World Cup held in Uruguay. According to FIFA, the three South American nations will organise one match each with the first of the three matches taking place at the stadium where it all began - the mythical Estádio Centenário, located in the Uruguayan capital city of Montevideo.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the 2034 bidding process began earlier this month and countries only have until October 31 to confirm their interest in submitting a formal bid proposal.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Days after Saudi Arabia launched its official bid for hosting the 2034 World Cup, a report in DailMail quoting sources close to the matter has claimed that the kingdom hosting the quadrennial event was basically a 'done deal'.

Days after Saudi Arabia launched its official bid for hosting the 2034 World Cup, a report in DailMail quoting sources close to the matter has claimed that the kingdom hosting the quadrennial event was basically a 'done deal'. After FIFA announced earlier this week that the 2030 World Cup will be held across six different nations, it has opened up the way for Saudi Arabia to mount a serious challenge for the hosting duties. "A Saudi World Cup in 2034 isn't just likely, it's basically a done deal. Money has talked again, and the event will be worth billions in new cash for FIFA," the source told the publication. After the bid, Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa of Bahrain pledged the support of the "entire Asian football family" behind Saudi Arabia. With the entire Africa expected to back Saudi Arabia as well, Australia, which had been mulling a bid as well, has been left disappointed. Notably, FIFA President Gianni Infantino is also close to Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman and the latter has put forth a strategic vision to turn the kingdom into a sporting destination. According to experts, the mass exodus of football players from Europe to the kingdom this summer window was the start of the rise of Saudi Arabia on the world footballing map. What did FIFA announce? On Thursday (October 5), FIFA announced it had reached an agreement to host the 2030 World Cup across three continents viz, South America, Africa and Europe. While Morocco, Portugal and Spain will be the joint hosts for the marquee event, games will also be played in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. As a result, all six nations will automatically qualify for the World Cup. "In 2030, the FIFA World Cup will unite three continents and six countries, inviting the entire world to join in the celebration of the beautiful game, the Centenary and the FIFA World Cup itself," FIFA said in a statement. Also read | 2030 Football World Cup to be held in Europe, Africa and South America, announces FIFA FIFA said the World Cup matches were being held in South America as part of the centenary celebration of the first World Cup held in Uruguay. According to FIFA, the three South American nations will organise one match each with the first of the three matches taking place at the stadium where it all began - the mythical Estádio Centenário, located in the Uruguayan capital city of Montevideo. Meanwhile, the 2034 bidding process began earlier this month and countries only have until October 31 to confirm their interest in submitting a formal bid proposal. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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