Saudi Arabia sole bidder for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, UEC general secretary steps down, and more
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Saudi Arabia sole bidder to host 2034 World Cup - Reuters
Saudi Arabia was the only football association to present a bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup before the deadline closed, soccer's global governing body said on Tuesday.
Football must change now after Saudi Arabia 2034 exposes ‘failure’ at the very top - Independent
Change is required for the global game, argues Miguel Delaney, given the current system, which has led to Saudi Arabia’s unchallenged bid for the 2034 World Cup, leads to a number of single-candidate campaigns and individuals holding immense power to shape the game for decades.
UEC general secretary Pijetlovic forced out over views on Gaza crisis - Inside World Football
Katarina Pijetlovic is standing down as the general secretary of the Union of European Clubs (UEC) after her views on the Israel-Gaza divided the organisation.
Brazil submits bid for 2027 Women’s World Cup hosting - Inside World Football
Brazil have confirmed their bid for the 2027 Women’s World. Cup with the handover of a governmental declaration to FIFA by the minister of sport André Fufuca.
Barca’s money men fumble again, losing €500k appeal against CFCB fine - Inside World Football
The club have lost their latest appeal in the UEFA Club Financial Control Body (CFCB) Appeals Chamber against a €500,000 fine imposed on July 13 for failing to follow club financial regulations.