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2034 World Cup visitors will live in 'a bubble,' not see real life, Saudi rights activist says

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LONDON —  Football fans visiting Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World Cup will live in a "bubble" that does not reflect real life there, a Saudi rights activist warned on Thursday.  After FIFA confirmed the kingdom as the 2034 tournament host on Wednesday, the football body president Gianni Infantino acknowledged "the world will be watching" to see positive social change.  Human rights groups believe migrant workers' lives will be at risk building st…

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2034 World Cup visitors will live in 'a bubble,' not see real life, Saudi rights activist says

LONDON —  Football fans visiting Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World Cup will live in a "bubble" that does not reflect real life there, a Saudi rights activist warned on Thursday.  After FIFA confirmed the kingdom as the 2034 tournament host on Wednesday, the football body president Gianni Infantino acknowledged "the world will be watching" to see positive social change.  Human rights groups believe migrant workers' lives will be at risk building st…

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Football or politics? 2034 World Cup hosts Saudi Arabia under scrutiny

New Delhi: When Saudi Arabia was announced as the host for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, my initial excitement quickly turned into concern. As someone who views football as a symbol of freedom and shared humanity, the decision felt contradictory to the sport’s essence. Football’s greatest tournament has always been a celebration of inclusivity and cultural diversity, bringing fans together regardless of their background. But hosting it in a country w…

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