Saudi Arabia is set to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup as they were the only country to submit an "expression of interest" in hosting the tournament. The decision will be officially ratified next year if all technical criteria are met. This comes after Qatar hosted the first World Cup in the Middle East in 2022. The absence of any competition raises questions about the environmental impact of the 2030 event and the compatibility of the 2034 tournament with FIFA's human rights commitments. Saudi Arabia has been investing heavily in football, Formula One, and golf.

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