FIFA has officially selected Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 World Cup, a decision that has drawn significant criticism from human rights organizations.
While the kingdom celebrates this milestone, critics argue that Saudi Arabia's human rights record, including its treatment of migrant workers and restrictions on freedoms, makes it an unsuitable choice. The decision has reignited debates over 'sportswashing,' where nations use major sporting events to improve their global image despite ongoing rights abuses.
FIFA has yet to address these concerns in detail, further fueling the backlash.
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Until they allow for full religious tolerance (including the right not to believe in any God and the right to reject Islam for the total, pre-medieval, superstitious nonsense which it is) and grant women the same rights which they receive in most other countries (this doesn't just mean Western countries - consider Japan, Thailand and China for example), there should be be no granting of fully international competitions in any respect to them.
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Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup — a controversial pick
FIFA's selection of Saudi Arabia to host the World Cup was celebrated in the kingdom but criticized by human rights groups, who fear residents, visitors and migrant workers will be at risk of abuse.
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