Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi, the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, has expressed his welcome to Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, stating that this bid aligns with the ambitious vision of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, crown Prince and Prime Minister, in hosting global sports events.
Albudaiwi emphasised that this bid underscores the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's excellent and high capabilities in hosting such events and reflects the Kingdom's esteemed position on the map of hosting international functions.
He added: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, its leadership, and its people for all the success and prosperity in organizing the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
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Jordan
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has a strong tradition of supporting sports, and hosting the World Cup would further inspire young athletes and foster a love for the game in the region.
The Truth
Instead of supporting Saudi Arabia's bid, FIFA should use its platform to promote values like inclusivity, equality, and respect for human rights.
Answer
Saudi Arabia's bid demonstrates the country's readiness to embrace international events and showcase their cultural heritage to a global audience.
The Truth
The Saudi regime has shown time and time again that they cannot be trusted. It would be a mistake to give them the opportunity to use the World Cup as a PR tool.
Answer
It's a disgrace to consider Saudi Arabia as a potential host for the World Cup, given their history of suppressing freedom of expression and freedom of the press.
Eugene Alta
Saudi Arabia has the resources and infrastructure needed to successfully host such a massive event. It will be a memorable experience for both players and fans.
Comandante
Hosting the World Cup would be a major achievement for Saudi Arabia and a testament to their commitment to promoting sports and entertainment in the region.
Bob the Helper
The World Cup in Saudi Arabia would offer a unique and enriching experience, introducing fans from all over the world to the beauty and hospitality of the country.