FIFA President Gianni Infantino has responded to the concerns around human rights issues at the men’s 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia. In a recent statement, Infantino expressed his trust in the World Cup hosts to address all open points and highlighted the responsibilities that come with hosting such a significant event.
Infantino stated, “We are aware of critics and fears, and I fully trust our hosts to address all open points. We have a transparency that will shape real and lasting change. That is what we expect and what we look forward to—social improvements and positive human rights impacts. That is one of the responsibilities of hosting a World Cup, and the world will of course be watching.”
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has responded to the concerns around human rights issues at the men’s 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia. pic.twitter.com/AncJDJ7YSl
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) December 11, 2024
This statement underscores FIFA’s commitment to ensuring that the World Cup not only serves as a premier sporting event but also contributes to social improvements and positive human rights impacts. The organization aims to set a standard for transparency and accountability, ensuring that the benefits of hosting the World Cup extend beyond the tournament itself.
About 2034 World Cup
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The 2034 FIFA World Cup is set to be hosted by Saudi Arabia2. This decision was confirmed by FIFA during an extraordinary congress meeting, where Saudi Arabia was the sole bidder for the tournament.
Saudi Arabia’s bid for the World Cup is part of its broader “Vision 2030” strategy, which aims to diversify the economy and improve the country’s global image through significant investments in sports and other sectors.
However, the decision has not been without controversy. Critics have raised concerns about human rights issues in Saudi Arabia, including the treatment of migrant workers and restrictions on free expression.
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