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European clubs ready to oppose Saudi winter World Cup

Saudi Arabia is set to be officially awarded hosting rights for the 2034 men's World Cup on Wednesday but critics say securing football's most high-profile tournament is just the latest example of the the authoritarian country's efforts to 'sportswash' its reputation.
Soccer • 10 Dec 24

Saudi Arabia to sponsor women's world tennis rankings

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has signed a "multi-year" deal with the WTA that will see it become the first naming partner of the official world rankings.
Tennis • 21 May 24

Saudi Arabia to host Winter Games at €500bn megacity

Saudi Arabia will host the 2029 Asian Winter Games at a €500bn futuristic megacity in the desert that planners say will feature a year-round winter sports complex.
other sport • 04 Oct 22

Amnesty object to looming Saudi takeover of Newcastle

The Premier League has been urged to consider Saudi Arabia's human rights record again after the settling of a commercial dispute appeared to clear the way for a Saudi-led takeover of Newcastle.
Soccer • 07 Oct 21

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