Jeddah is the second-largest city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in terms of area, with a population of 3.7 million. It is distinguished by its coastal location along the old trade routes and prestigious status as a modern commercial hub, making it a globally significant Saudi city. Football plays a key role in the developed sports scene in Jeddah City, with over seven hundred clubs and seventy accredited training academies across the province. Tourist destinations, landmarks, and events in Jed...
The Saudi national football team participated in six FIFA World Cup editions, playing nineteen matches and scoring fourteen goals, six of which were scored in the first half. World Cup 1994 During this World Cup, the Saudi national team scored five goals, four of which were in the first half. The first goal was against the Netherlands (minute eighteen) by Fuad Anwar , the second was against Morroco (minute seven) by Sami al-Jaber , the third was also against Morroco (minute forty-five) by Fuad ...
The Saudi national football team participated in six FIFA World Cup editions, playing nineteen matches and scoring fourteen goals, eight of which were in the second half. World Cup 1994 The Saudi national team scored five goals during this World Cup, one of which was in the second half, in the round of sixteen against Sweden (minute eighty-five), scored by Fahd al-Ghesheyan. World Cup 1998 During this World Cup, the Saudi national team scored two goals, one of which was scored by Yousuf al-Thun...
The 2034 FIFA World Cup Slogan, 'Growing. Together.,' was launched by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) as part of the official identity for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 's bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup . The visual identity and verbal slogan for the bid were unveiled, along with the official website (Saudi2034bid.com). Description of the 2034 FIFA World Cup slogan The bid's slogan embodies the Kingdom's journey of transformation and growth, represen...
Riyadh is the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , one of its most vibrant and prosperous cities, and the largest in terms of area and population, with seven million inhabitants. It is the administrative and financial center of the Kingdom. The city will first host the FIFA World Cup 2034 events. Riyadh Province has over 160 football clubs and over 150 accredited football academies. After the tournament, Riyadh and the football sector will benefit from the availability of fifty-four train...
For the transportation and travel for the 2034 World Cup , the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia provides participating teams, fans, and FIFA delegations with the opportunity to benefit from an integrated transportation strategy, developed to ensure an exceptional experience for everyone during the 2034 World Cup . The five host cities have been strategically chosen to ensure fans enjoy a distinguished travel experience, while enhancing the efficiency of transportation services. The Kingdom's tran...
FIFA's evaluation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 's bid to host the 2034 World Cup , the International Football Federation (FIFA) awarded Saudi Arabia's bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2034 a score of 419.8 out of 500. This is the highest technical rating ever given by FIFA to a bid for hosting the World Cup. This achievement represents a new milestone for the Kingdom, reflecting its leadership role and the extraordinary transformation taking place in the country's sports sec...
The 2034 World Cup will be the 25th edition of the FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . This was officially announced by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) during an extraordinary meeting of its General Assembly. The Saudi bid received the highest rating in the history of World Cup hosting bids, with a FIFA score of 419.8 out of 500. This was after a comprehensive study of the Saudi bid, which included field visits to inspect the cities ...
For accommodation and housing , fans attending the 2034 World Cup will enjoy a wide range of accommodation and housing options, with more than 230,000 hotel units available at different price points. These options range from budget-friendly stays to luxurious accommodations, allowing visitors to savor local delicacies, traditional Saudi coffee, and dates. During their stay, fans will also have the opportunity to explore the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia' s most iconic landmarks and events, fro...
The Host Cities of the FIFA World Cup 2034, outlined in the Saudi bid , include five major cities: Riyadh , Jeddah , al-Khobar , and Abha , in addition to NEOM , which represents one of the prominent megaprojects for cities of the future in the Kingdom and the world. These five host cities will house fifteen advanced stadiums, of which eleven are brand new. Riyadh will feature eight stadiums dedicated to hosting the FIFA World Cup matches, including King Salman Stadium , which boasts a capaci...
NEOM Stadium is a sports facility in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and one of the fifteen venues designated to host the FIFA World Cup 2034 . It is the only stadium selected for this global event in NEOM City. Design of NEOM Stadium NEOM Stadium is distinguished by its above-ground-level elevation of more than 350 m. Its roof extends as part of the city's skyline, offering an exceptional and unprecedented football match experience and embodying one of the world's prominent landmarks. ...
King Khalid University Stadium is a sports facility in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and one of the fifteen venues designated to host the FIFA World Cup 2034 . It is the only stadium selected for this global event in Abha City. Development of King Khalid University Stadium Located southeast of Abha City, King Khalid University Stadium is scheduled for expansion to increase its capacity to more than 45,000 spectators to host several FIFA World Cup 2034 matches. The renovation focuses on updating...