Saudi Arabia has officially been named the host nation for the FIFA World Cup 2034, becoming the second Gulf country to host after Qatar in 2022. FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed the decision during a virtual conference, with Saudi as the sole bidder. The announcement highlights the kingdom’s rapid transformation since opening to international tourism in 2019. By 2034, Saudi aims to exceed its Vision 2030 goals, targeting 80 million domestic and 70 million international tourists annually.
