Tag #World Sport

What are the key scheduling challenges for the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia, and how might they impact the tournament's organization and global football calendar?

The 2034 World Cup, awarded to Saudi Arabia, faces scheduling complexities. The June-July heat necessitates a shift to October-April, clashing with Ramadan (mid-November to mid-December 2034) and the already crowded European football calendar. Fifteen stadiums across five cities are planned, with the opening ceremony and final at Riyadh's King Salman International Stadium (capacity 92,000).