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FA defends decision to back Saudi World Cup bid

BBC Sport Friday, 13 December 2024 ()
Football Association chair Debbie Hewitt tells BBC Radio 5 Live it "wasn't a difficult decision" to back Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 men's World Cup.
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News video: FIFA World Cup Controversy Erupts as Saudi Arabia Named 2034 World Cup Host, Norway Objects

FIFA World Cup Controversy Erupts as Saudi Arabia Named 2034 World Cup Host, Norway Objects 03:02

The announcement of Saudi Arabia as the host nation for the 2034 FIFA World Cup has sparked a global controversy. Norway has voiced strong objections, citing human rights concerns and the fairness of the bidding process. Critics have accused FIFA of prioritizing financial interests over ethical...

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