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A bold vision brought to life—Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup™ 2034 bid sets a new global standard for excellence, redefining leadership, driving innovation, and sparking progress worldwide. This extraordinary achievement reflects meticulous planning, visionary leadership, and an unwavering commitment to innovation. This is about more than hosting a global event; it’s about creating a legacy that redefines standards, drives progress, and inspires generations. It’s about uniting innovators worldwide to develop transformative solutions, break barriers, and create a future full of boundless possibilities. Saudi Arabia is not just hosting the world—it’s paving the way for a new era of bold ideas and transformative progress. Join this journey, and together, with global visionaries, we can pioneer transformative initiatives and elevate Vision 2030 to new heights of excellence. The future is ours to create. Together, let’s build a world powered by bold ideas, transformative innovation, and a legacy that unites us and inspires progress for generations to come. #Saudi2034bid #Innovation #Vision2030 #ScientificExcellence #FutureOfSports

Harnessing the Spirit of Resilience: Anticipating a Remarkable Comeback in the Second Half of 2024. The “Miracle of Dammam” is one of the greatest comebacks in FIFA-organized football history, which took place during the 1989 FIFA World Youth Championship in Saudi Arabia. This quarter-final match featured the Nigerian U-20 team, known as the Flying Eagles, against the USSR U-20 team. The Soviet Union took a commanding lead, scoring four goals by the 46th minute. In a remarkable turn of events, Nigeria scored four goals in the last 30 minutes. The match ended 4-4 after extra time, and Nigeria won 5-3 in the penalty shootout. Just as the Nigerian U-20 team demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination to overcome a seemingly insurmountable deficit, the second half of 2024 holds the potential for significant comebacks and breakthroughs. - Unexpected Turnarounds: Like Nigeria’s stunning comeback, the latter half of 2024 could bring unexpected positive changes. Whether in personal goals, professional achievements, or global events, there may be opportunities to turn challenges into triumphs.  - Resilience and Determination: The Flying Eagles’ never-give-up attitude is a reminder to stay resilient and determined. Even if the first half of the year has been tough, the remaining months offer a chance to push through and achieve success.  - Team Effort and Collaboration: Just as the Nigerian team worked together to achieve their comeback, collaboration and teamwork can lead to significant accomplishments in the coming months. Working together with colleagues, friends, and family can help overcome obstacles and reach new heights.  - Celebrating Victories: The joy and celebration following Nigeria’s victory can inspire us to look forward to our own victories, big or small. It’s a reminder to celebrate progress and achievements, no matter how challenging the journey has been. So, as we move into the second half of 2024, let’s embrace the spirit of the “Miracle of Dammam” and look forward to the potential for remarkable turnarounds and successes. #Resilience #Comeback #SecondHalf2024

Our #Saudi2034bid is officially revealed to the world. The bid outlines plans to host all matches across 15 stadiums, including the new 92,000-capacity King Salman International Stadium that was revealed today. The five selected host cities - #Riyadh, #Jeddah, #AlKhobar, #Abha and #NEOM are all located within a two-hour distance, ensuring swift travel between cities during the tournament. The official bid book also outlines the nation's plan to successfully stage one of the world's most important sporting events, and provides insight into Saudi Arabia's extensive plans and projects while reflecting the nation's historic transformation. For more information on Saudi Arabia's historic bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2034, visit Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup™️ 2034 bid or visit: Saudi2034bid.com Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup™️ 2034 bid Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)

True greatness is not just in reaching the goal, but in redefining what’s possible.

𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 #𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 ⁉️ We look into the past, present, and challenges of Saudi football 🇸🇦 focusing also on a topic close to my professional competence #youthdevelopment. #12QualityAreas ⚽ Saudi football has come a long way since the 1970s, evolving from an unorganized system to one producing top-level talent. The transformation began with a focus on youth development under HRH Prince Faisal Bin Fahd. This strategy laid the groundwork for building a competitive national team, culminating in success across various age groups and levels. By the memorable 1994 FIFA World Cup, Saudi Arabia’s starting 1️⃣1️⃣ was composed entirely of players developed within this system. 📈 From early challenges to building a robust league, Saudi football’s youth-focused model has made a lasting impact proof that development is the key to long-term success. Can it be reproduced ❓ Read more with an excellent discussion with former 🟡⚫ Al-Ittihad Club Company 🟡⚫Vice-President 🇸🇦 #YouthDevelopment #SaudiFootball #FootballTransformation #12QualityAreas

The Pakistan women’s football team faces Saudi Arabia tonight at the Hamad bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha, in an exciting FIFA International Friendly. With the squad injury-free and motivated, Head Coach Adeel Rizki sees this as a chance to showcase young talent. Kick-off is at 9:00 PM PST. #fifaworldcup #pst #saudi #PakistanNews #BreakingNews #PakUpdates #CurrentAffairs #PoliticalNews #PakistaniPolitics #IslamabadUpdates #KarachiNews #LahoreUpdates #EconomicNews #PakMedia #SportsNewsPakistan #PakDefence #ClimateActionPakistan

💹Breaking News: Roberto Mancini Steps Down as Saudi Arabia Manager by Mutual Consent! Dear Saudi readers, The departure raises important questions about the direction of #SaudiArabianfootball. Roberto Mancini undoubtedly put forth his best efforts, but the current environment posed significant challenges. The influx of foreign players has limited opportunities for Saudi players, resulting in reduced playing time in the first teams. It's essential to create a more balanced approach that prioritizes local talent development alongside foreign contributions. While Cristiano Ronaldo's presence has certainly enhanced the prestige of the Saudi league and inflated his own net worth, the pressing question remains: Has he truly contributed to the development of local talent? The answer is a resounding No! To foster genuine growth in Saudi football, I propose the following changes: 1️⃣ Do not renew Cristiano Ronaldo's contract and Use his 200 million per year for my #KolektivFootballProject. It's time to focus on nurturing homegrown talent rather than relying on celebrity status. 2️⃣ Revamp the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) : Embrace the #David_Borg_team approach within the next two years. It's crucial to assemble a new team of managers dedicated to developing the football talents of the future. Let's prioritize sustainable growth and invest in the next generation of players. Together, we can build a robust footballing framework that benefits Saudi Arabia's future on the international stage! #SaudiArabia #FootballDevelopment #SportsLeadership #FutureOfFootball #SaudiFootball #SaudiProjects #Pif #SaudiArabia #SaudiVision2030 #Vision2030 #CommunitySupport #FootballForAll #KolektivFootball #David_Borg_team #NEOM #Qiddiya #Diriyah #NewMurabba #Football #Betterfuture #Business #Investment

#ZeeVentures: Saudi Arabia Sets Sights on Hosting the Biggest FIFA World Cup in 2034 Saudi Arabia is gearing up to host the FIFA World Cup in 2034, with ambitions to deliver the largest single-host event in the tournament’s history. Spearheaded by Hammad Albalawi, head of the Saudi bid unit, the plan includes 15 stadiums across five major cities—Riyadh, Jeddah, Abha, Al Khobar, and NEOM. This aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, ensuring no additional infrastructure burden, as existing projects are already in progress. Speaking at the World Football Summit, Albalawi emphasized the Kingdom’s deep love for football, stating that hosting the World Cup would connect Saudi Arabia with the global football community. He also highlighted the social reforms already in place, such as the abolition of the Kafala system, ensuring a respectful and responsible tournament. Albalawi hopes that hosting the World Cup will further boost Saudi Arabia’s football development, aiming for a higher FIFA ranking and nurturing a competitive national team. With the construction of eight new stadiums, the tournament is set to leave a lasting legacy for future generations. With a commitment to building state-of-the-art infrastructure and creating opportunities for future generations, the 2034 World Cup will showcase Saudi Arabia's rise as a leader in world football. It’s a chance to share the nation’s rich culture, ambitious vision, and passion for the game with fans from every corner of the globe, making it a truly unforgettable event. #Vision2030 #SaudiArabia #SustainableGrowth #Innovation #GlobalLeadership #Progress #SaudiProLeague #KSA

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Saudi Weekly News Update 43 📰 This week, FIFA announced that Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2034 has achieved an evaluation score of 419.8 out of 500—the highest in the tournament’s history. The announcement comes ahead of the official awarding of the FIFA World Cup hosts for 2030 and 2034, set to take place during the FIFA Congress on December 11, 2024. In other news, the Riyadh Metro officially opened to the public on Sunday. The network includes six fully automated metro lines, 85 stations and 176 kilometers of new track, making it the world’s largest self-driving public transportation project. Designed to transport 3.6 million passengers daily, the metro is expected to reduce Riyadh’s traffic by 30%, according to the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC). Read up more on this week's news below 👇 #AEISaudi #KSANews #SaudiArabia #RiyadhMetro #WC2034