Saudi Arabia’s Vision for the 2034 World Cup: 11 New Stadiums in 5 Cities and the World’s Largest Airport

The Saudi tournament is likely to be played over 38 days from the start of January 2034 to avoid a clash with the Islamic Holy month of Ramadan in November and December. This means it will become the second ever winter World Cup, after Qatar 2022. Europe’s biggest leagues, fearful of seven weeks of no club football to accommodate the event, are certain to try to block it from being played in the middle of the season.