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Africa will have ten teams participating in the expanded 48-team U17 FIFA World Cup, which will be held annually in Qatar from 2025 to 2029. This decision was ratified by FIFA’s council ahead of the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand. The allocation of slots for other regions is as follows: Asia will have nine slots, CONCACAF eight, CONMEBOL seven, Oceania three, and UEFA 11. Additionally, for the annual U-17 Women’s World Cup™ scheduled to take place in Morocco from 2025 to 2029, Africa will have five spots. The distribution for other continents includes four slots each for Asia, CONCACAF, and CONMEBOL, two for Oceania, and five for UEFA.

Saudi Arabia to host FIFA World Cup 2034 - Following an earnest submission of an ‘expression of interest’ to host the tournament, Saudi Arabia can be the only country after Qatar to host the FIFA World Cup in the Middle East. As the host country, Saudi needs to meet the following infrastructure requirements:  - 14 all-seater stadiums with 40,000 - 80,000 seats (at least 7 of them should pre-exist) - Opening and final match in an 80,000-seats stadium - Semi final match in a 60,000-seats stadium - 4 venue-centric training sites per stadium - Minimum 72 base camps 2 referee base camps Mexico, United States and Canada nailed the bid to co-host FIFA World Cup 2026. For FIFA 2030, tri-continental partnership between Spain, Portugal, and Morocco and FIFA 2034, Saudi Arabia are a safe bet. Following a thorough scrutiny of multiple factors, the hosts will be announced close to next year's end. #BigHit #Sports #Football #FIFA #FIFAWorldCup #SaudiArabia

The 2023 #Asian #Football Cup, held in #Qatar, has been eagerly anticipated by fans across the Middle East, who are expecting a thrilling showcase of footballing talent and a celebration of the region's passionate sporting culture. Here are some of the key expectations for the tournament: 1. #Arab Pride and Representation: With Qatar as the host nation and the presence of several strong Arab teams, the tournament is seen as an opportunity for Arab nations to showcase their footballing prowess and inspire pride among their communities. 2. Thrilling Matches and Unexpected Upsets: The Asian Football Cup is renowned for its competitive nature and unpredictable outcomes. Fans from the #MiddleEast are eager to witness high-quality matches, nail-biting finishes, and the potential for surprise upsets that could shake up the tournament's dynamics. 3. A Cultural Exchange and Celebration: Beyond the sporting spectacle, the Asian Football Cup is also a platform for cultural exchange and celebration. Middle Eastern fans are excited to experience Qatar's vibrant atmosphere, rich heritage, and warm hospitality, creating lasting memories and deepening their connection to the region's cultural tapestry. 4. A Boost for Football Development in the Middle East: The success of the tournament is expected to have a positive impact on football development in the Middle East, inspiring young players, fostering grassroots participation, and attracting further investment in infrastructure and training programs.

🏆2034 World Cup Host is Set: Saudi Arabia #playbookmiddleeast Just hours before the deadline, Saudi Arabia has emerged as the frontrunner to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, following Australia's withdrawal from the bidding process. FIFA accelerated the bidding timeline—allowing only 25 days for formal expressions of interest—11 years before the event and three years ahead of the initial schedule for the host decision. Bidders were limited to Asia and Oceania’s regional confederations, as countries from the same continent can not host the World Cup but 12 years apart. Zooming Out: Saudi clubs spent more than €800mn on transfer fees over the summer transfer window to bring big-names to its domestic league. This decade-long investment will surely prove to have an expansive impact on the Saudi Pro League and football’s development overall. More on this topic? Read this Yahoo Sports article on why this may be the end of the FIFA World Cup bidding process https://lnkd.in/gRjfv854 #FIFAWorldCup2034 #football #soccer #SaudiArabia #Australia #SportsEvents

From League Investments to World Cup Dreams: Saudi's 2030 Vision? A quick look at the numbers: 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 English Premier League: €10.46 billion 🇪🇸 La Liga: €4.67 billion 🇩🇪 Bundesliga: €4.14 billion 🇸🇦 Saudi Pro League: €1.02 billion The EPL is roughly 10 times the value of the Saudi Pro League, but with the Saudi league's rapid investments and acquisitions like Ronaldo and Neymar, its global appeal is undeniably surging. The growth trajectory of the Saudi Pro League sparks a tantalizing question: Could this momentum make Saudi Arabia a contender to host the FIFA World Cup 2030? Football aficionados, are we witnessing the dawn of a new football giant? ⚽🌟 Source : Transfermarkt GmbH & Co. KG #SaudiProLeague #FootballAnalysis #WorldCup2030

If you are in the large event operations business (i.e., Olympic or World Cup operations subject matter experts who travel from event to event), it looks like Saudi Arabia will be the place to be in 2034. The Saudis will host the 2034 Asian Games (bigger than the Olympics in size and scope: Qatar hosts them in 2030 btw) and very likely the 2034 FIFA World Cup as well. The next objective for either Qatar or Saudi Arabia is the Olympic Games in 2036 or beyond. That will be a much more complex and nuanced process than winning the World Cup bid, and it will almost be as fascinating to watch as the Games themselves.

Did you know that ICC Men's 2019 World Cup has given a boost of GBP 350 million to UK economy🤯 This is the reason every big country is ready to spend huge on big sporting events across the globe It gives boost to tourism, food industry, hotel industry and overall boost to the economy. Saudi has invested $ 957 million in its football league ⚽ and is ready to spend even more to aquire main players from European leaques. ICC Men World Cup which is happening in India will have huge impact on the overall economy 🏆. Ticket prices and hotel prices are already on a surge during the time of World Cup . Whether India should also increase its spending on sports like other countries?🤔 Do share your valuable thoughts in the comments #worldcup #football #games

Congratulations to the Spanish Women's National Team! First time to the finals, but it won't be their last. Taking a line from Daron K. Roberts, J.D. - "This is Not About Sports." 2015 was Spain's first Women's World Cup. They didn't make it past the group stage. Eight years later, they are three-level World Champions and repeat U-17 champions: 🏆 2023 Women's World Cup Champions 🏆 2022 U-20 Women's World Cup Champions; 2018 Runner-up (2nd) 🏆 2022 U-17 Women's World Cup Champions; 2018 Champions #Talentpipeline depth is key to Spain's success. Investments start in youth programs. Who is in your #talentpipeline? Who does the company prioritize for investments in #skillsdevelopment, #leadershipdevelopment and #employeeexperience? Long-term investments promote future success and #resilience. To be an #employerofchoice, prepare for the #futureofwork, and successfully engage #GenZ and future generations: ⬆ Invest in your youngest and frontline employees ⬆ Invest in education and youth development in your communities ⬆ Individual and company resiliency through professional networks Congratulations Spain!

🌍🏆 Exciting Developments for the Football Arab Cup! 🏆🌍 The FIFA Council just made a groundbreaking announcement that promises to elevate the FIFA Arab Cup to new heights in the future as the next editions will be officially held in Qatar in 2025, 2029, and 2033! 📜 A Storied Legacy: The Arab Cup has a rich history dating back to 1963 when it first took place in Beirut, Lebanon. Over the decades, it has become a symbol of regional pride and football excellence, with memorable tournaments that have showcased the best of domestic Arab football talent. 🌟 Key Milestones: 1963: Inaugural tournament in Beirut. 1980s-1990s: Iraq's dominance with multiple titles. 2021: Qatar hosted a successful Mondial flavoured edition, setting the stage for future tournaments. 🚀 A New Era Under FIFA: With FIFA's adoption of the Arab Cup, the competition is set to gain unprecedented visibility and organizational support. This move signifies FIFA's recognition of the tournament's importance and its potential to further unify the Arab world through the beautiful game. 🏟️ Future Editions in Qatar: Qatar, having demonstrated its capability to host world-class events, will be the proud host of the Football Arab Cup in 2025, 2029, and 2033. These editions will undoubtedly bring together the region's best teams in a showcase of talent, sportsmanship, and cultural celebration. 🌍 Promises: The Arab Cup has seen throughout its long history many turmoils that led to it relegated to a second degree competition but with the last edition in Qatar that was a success, it highlights the huge unlocked potential existing in the Arab world, and now with the Qatar Football Federation keen on it, we can all imagine that the upcoming editions will deliver a football spectacle that is worthy of the attention of the whole world. Here's to an exciting future for the FIFA Arab Cup and the continued celebration of Arab football! 🌟🏅 #FIFAArabCup #FIFA #Qatar2025 #ArabFootball #FootballHistory #ArabWorld #Football