Once the technical criteria are validated, world football’s governing body will officially announce the award of its flagship event in 2024.
But, following “unanimous” approval by the FIFA Council, the way has been cleared for this unprecedented intercontinental format, which promises complex political and logistical challenges and raises further questions about the environmental impact of major sporting events.
At one point, Spain and Portugal included Ukraine in their bid, saying they wanted to send a “message of solidarity and hope” and pay tribute to the “fortitude and resilience” of the country that was invaded by Russia in February 2022. Wanted to give.
Morocco, a five-time unsuccessful candidate to host the tournament, joined them in mid-March.