The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) and the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) announced on Monday that Jeddah will host the next edition of the FIFA Club World Cup 2023.
This follows an official visit made by a FIFA delegation to Jeddah last week to inspect the ongoing preparations to host the tournament, which will be held from December 12 to 22.
SAFF President Yasser Al-Mis'hal said Jeddah is ready to hold this year’s edition of FIFA Club World Cup and to provide an unprecedented experience for players and fans.
The city has a history in organizing major sporting events and boasts a wide range of advanced facilities and a strong infrastructure, he stressed, adding that being chosen to host this championship is testimony to the Kingdom's position and capability to host major international sporting events.
"The sports sector is a fundamental pillar of the continuous transformation process that the Kingdom is witnessing, in line with Saudi Vision 2030,” he remarked.
The sector enjoys unlimited support from the Saudi leadership, he added.
“Saudi Arabia has succeeded in establishing its position as one of the most important and fastest growing sports destinations in the world,” Al-Mis'hal said.
Hosting a tournament of the caliber of the World Cup is opportunity to develop the game locally, take it to new heights, show the true image of the Kingdom, and highlight the hospitality of its people and their great passion for football.
FIFA experts inspected the main infrastructure and stadiums nominated to host the tournament, including King Abdullah Sports City and Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium, as well as several training and accommodation facilities.
