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How Does Saudi Arabia Invest in the FIFA World Cup 2034 Facilities?
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia invests in the FIFA World Cup 2034 facilities by creating a lasting football legacy for future generations, in line with the vision of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), which aims to promote football development globally. The five host cities are undergoing significant improvements to their sports infrastructure as part of Saudi Vision 2030, which strives to build a football legacy lasting for future generations. These developments include the renovation of existing stadiums, ongoing construction works for stadiums, and plans to construct new stadiums. Most of these modern stadiums form part of vibrant entertainment destinations. These investments will bring numerous economic and social benefits for years, thanks to innovative and sustainable technologies that ensure the stadiums remain suitable for hosting various sports and entertainment events. The clubs and main intended uses for all the stadiums have already been designated.

The main stadiums for the FIFA World Cup 2034

- Four existing stadiums under renovation.

- Three new stadiums under construction.

- Eight new stadiums planned to be established.

Training facilities for the FIFA World Cup 2034

The training facilities being developed for the teams and referees as part of the Kingdom's preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2034 are a key part of a broader investment in world-class sports infrastructure that enables athletes to perform at their best while encouraging the fans to participate in football activities. The Kingdom's proposal includes sixty-one existing training facilities and seventy-three new ones scheduled for construction. Work is underway to develop new training facilities, including a national training center, provincial training centers, and elite training centers. These high-quality facilities will be accessible to all football players in the Kingdom before and after the tournament. Because of their widespread distribution across the Kingdom, these facilities will meet the growing demand from various professional men's and women's clubs, events, prestigious academies, amateur clubs, and educational institutions. All new facilities will be developed according to FIFA's standards.

Statistics of training camps and facilities

- 134 training facilities across the Kingdom, including:

- Seventy-two training camps within fifteen cities in the Kingdom.

- Sixty training facilities affiliated with the stadiums in the five host cities.

- Two referee training camps in Riyadh City.