Saudi Arabia confirmed as hosts of 2034 men’s World Cup

The Middle East nation were the sole bidders, with an online FIFA Congress voting by acclamation in favour of their staging despite the huge controversy surrounding the bid.

The 2034 World Cup has been controversially awarded to Saudi Arabia (Mike Egerton/PA)

Saudi Arabia have been confirmed as hosts of the 2034 men’s World Cup.

The Middle East nation were the sole bidders for the finals in 10 years’ time, with an online FIFA Congress voting by acclamation in favour of their staging despite the huge controversy surrounding the bid.