What's happening?
FIFA is considering a unprecedented scenario that would postpone the 2034 World Cup, scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia, to early 2035, due to various challenges in determining a suitable date for the tournament.
Why does it matter for Saudi Arabia?
Reports indicate that the available time options for FIFA have become limited, as the tournament cannot be held in June and July due to high temperatures in the Arab region, while organizing it in November and December 2034 would face a challenge due to the coincidence with the holy month of Ramadan, expected to last from November 12 to December 12 of that year.
What comes next?
A possible solution is to hold the World Cup in January and February 2035, as reported by Politico, which would allow the tournament to be completed before the start of the 2035 Hajj season, while providing more favorable weather conditions for players and fans, although it would be the first time the tournament would be held outside the traditional four-year cycle.
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Last result: 0-0 against Cape Verde Islands (2026-06-27).
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Recent form (last 5): 1W-3D-1L (DLDDW, most recent first).
