Saudi Arabia Set to Make World Cup History: Infantino Foresees a 2026 Showdown with Spain
FIFA president Gianni Infantino predicts Saudi Arabia will write a historic chapter by facing Spain in the 2026 World Cup. He lauds Saudi football’s rise and the league’s star power, notably Cristiano Ronaldo. He also expresses happiness about Saudi hosting the 2034 World Cup and the cultural impact of the kingdom. The piece highlights Saudi Arabia’s increasing global influence and the league’s ascent toward world-class status.