Saudi Arabia prepares for the 2034 World Cup.

Saudi Arabia will work with the International Football Federation (FIFA) to ensure affordable ticket prices and increased accessibility for fans at the 2034 World Cup, while maintaining the highest security standards amidst ongoing instability in the Middle East.

Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki AlFaisal, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Sports , gave an interview to Reuters.

Speaking to Reuters, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki AlFaisal, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Sport, said the host nation is well aware of the controversies surrounding ticket prices at recent major tournaments, particularly the 2026 World Cup in North America. Ticket prices, especially on the resale market, have risen sharply since the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, causing frustration among fans and even prompting some US lawmakers to call on FIFA to take measures to reduce costs.

According to the Saudi Arabian Minister of Sports, although FIFA owns and determines ticket prices, Riyadh will work closely with the world football governing body to make it easier for fans.

AlFaisal emphasized: "Nobody wants to see a World Cup where fans have difficulty getting in."

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Besides the issue of ticket prices, Saudi Arabia is also stepping up policies to facilitate international tourism. Currently, citizens of more than 60 countries can be granted e-visas upon entry, and this list is expected to continue to expand in the coming years.

According to AlFaisal, the opening process began in 2018 when Saudi Arabia hosted the Formula E electric racing series. Prior to that, the country had not implemented a widespread tourist visa policy. To date, Saudi Arabia has hosted more than 150 international events and has accumulated considerable experience in welcoming tourists and sports fans from around the world.

The design for the King Salman Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is expected to be completed by the end of 2029.

In 2027, Saudi Arabia will host the Asian Cup, a crucial test for its stadium system and organizational capabilities before hosting the 2034 World Cup.

However, the conflict between the US and Iran, along with geopolitical tensions in the region, are believed to potentially affect plans to welcome international fans. Nevertheless, the Saudi Arabian Minister of Sports affirmed that security remains the top priority and that domestic sporting events will proceed as normal.

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The 2034 World Cup will also go down in history as the first time a single nation has hosted an expanded tournament with 48 participating teams. According to AlFaisal, this poses unprecedented challenges in terms of infrastructure, transportation, accommodation, security, and fan services, but Saudi Arabia is meticulously preparing to meet the requirements of the planet's biggest sporting event.

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