2030 FIFA World Cup set to be hosted by 6 countries across 3 continents

The 2030 FIFA World Cup is set to be hosted in three different continents with it largely being held in Morocco, Spain and Portugal. But, the first three matches will be held in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay.

The decision to award Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay the opening games was part of the tournament’s 100th anniversary.

Furthermore, this will be the first World Cup to be held across three continents and all six countries will qualify automatically for the tournament.

“In 2030, we will have a unique global footprint, three continents – Africa, Europe and South America – six countries – Argentina, Morocco, Paraguay, Portugal, Spain and Uruguay – welcoming and uniting the world while celebrating together the beautiful game, the centenary and the FIFA World Cup,” Gianni Infantino said.

The first-ever FIFA World Cup occurred in Uruguay in 1930, with the hosts claiming the game’s most coveted trophy in its inaugural form.

Saudi Arabia launches bid to host 2034 FIFA World Cup

Furthermore, Saudi Arabia has also announced its intentions to bid to host the 2034 World Cup.

The Middle Eastern nation had the ambition to jointly host the 2030 FIFA World Cup along with Egypt and Greece, but FIFA has elaborate plans for the centenary edition.

FIFA also mentioned that bids for the 2034 World Cup can be submitted only by member associations from AFC and OFC. So, should give a smooth passage to Saudi Arabia to get the hosting rights.

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