The 2034 FIFA World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia as confirmed by FIFA with the Cristiano Ronaldo effect in full show
Wednesday – November 1, 2023 22:18
Saudi Arabia Secures 2034 World Cup After Australia’s Withdrawal
Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup after Australia withdrew its bid at the last moment, leaving Saudi Arabia as the sole contender. The Middle Eastern nation announced its bid in September, marking a significant step in its long-term strategy to host the prestigious tournament. This ambition gained momentum with the high-profile signing of Cristiano Ronaldo by Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, underscoring the country’s commitment to becoming a major player in the world of football.
Cristiano Ronaldo effect! Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030 project aims to transform his country. This includes the construction of a brand new £1 TRILLION megacity, which could end up hosting the entire World Cup. 
A SunSport report exclusively revealed last month that Saudi Arabia, a devout Muslim country, is even considering lifting its alcohol restriction to attract football fans from around the world. OFFICIAL: The 2034 World Cup will be hosted by Saudi Arabia, as confirmed by President Gianni Infantino. 🇸🇦 
“Football unites the world like no other sport, the World Cup is the perfect showcase to convey a message of unity and inclusion.” 
The Cristiano Ronaldo effect helps Saudi Arabia win the FIFA World Cup
This was the vision of Saudi Arabia and also of Mohammed bin Salman. To develop the sport and ensure that football grows in Saudi Arabia, a lot of money was injected into the football ecosystem. It all started when Cristiano Ronaldo moved to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia.
Having someone of the stature of Cristiano Ronaldo was going to draw attention to the Saudi League. After that big blow, in the 2023 summer transfer window, the Saudi League went crazy. They did everything possible and signed a multitude of players and the League has opened.
Players like Neymar Jr, Sadio Mane, Jordan Henderson, etc. They joined Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia this summer. This has helped fans around the world watch the Saudi League with great interest. As the years go by and we get closer to the World Cup, the quality of the League will also continue to improve.
Cristiano Ronaldo moved at a time when there was a lot of talk about his signing. Everyone was talking about Ronaldo having finished his career. But, looking at how Saudi football has evolved and how it will now also host the 2034 World Cup, it seems like a smart bet for CR7 to move to the Middle East.
In practical terms, Cristiano Ronaldo may no longer be playing when the 2034 World Cup rolls around. But Ronaldo and all the players playing in the Saudi League right now can definitely help promote the World Cup in their preparation. 
It is safe to say that Saudi Arabia has achieved its goals so far. All eyes are on their League. They finally got the right to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Now it will be interesting to see if they can do justice to the tournament. Only time will tell.
