FIFA has revealed that the 2030 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by Morocco, Portugal, and Spain, as officially announced on October 4, 2023, via FIFA’s website.
This decision was reached by the FIFA Council following an extensive period of consultation with all confederations, recognizing the immense importance of marking the centenary edition of the FIFA World Cup in 2030. The decision was made during a videoconference session held at FIFA’s headquarters.
This historic event will bring together three continents and six nations to celebrate the world’s most beautiful game and the 100-year milestone of the FIFA World Cup. The FIFA Council unanimously approved the joint bid presented by Morocco, Portugal, and Spain. However, their hosting rights are contingent on successfully navigating the bidding process, as overseen by FIFA, and receiving final approval from the FIFA Congress in 2024.
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In homage to the historical significance of the inaugural FIFA World Cup in 1930, the FIFA Council also reached a unanimous decision to host a special centenary celebration ceremony in Montevideo, Uruguay, where the tournament originated. Additionally, the celebration will continue with three World Cup matches scheduled to take place in Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed his excitement about this choice, highlighting FIFA and football’s unifying role in a world often divided. The combined bid of Morocco, Portugal, and Spain represents a unique fusion of cultures and continents, uniting Africa, Europe, and South America in a celebration of football, peace, inclusivity, and tolerance.
It’s noteworthy that while Morocco and Portugal have not previously hosted the FIFA World Cup, Spain boasts prior experience as the host nation in 1982.