Interview: Saudi Arabia views 2034 World Cup as transformative moment, says Saudi bid head

RIYADH, Dec. 12 (Xinhua) -- Saudi Arabia is stepping onto the global stage with ambitions to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, reflecting readiness and enthusiasm rooted in its expanding sports infrastructure and passion for football, said Hammad Albalawi, head of the Saudi World Cup Bid, in an interview with Xinhua.

Saudi Arabia was awarded the right to host the 2034 World Cup at an Extraordinary FIFA Congress on W