Morocco, Portugal, and Spain Sign Intentions for Joint 2030 FIFA World Cup Bid”
Alalam24, The heads of the football associations of Morocco, Portugal, and Spain convened in Salé today to officially sign a letter of intent for hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup and to outline a joint vision for this global football event, as reported by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation
In the joint statement released after the meeting at the Mohammed VI Football Center in Salé, it was emphasized that with the official launch of the bidding process by FIFA, the leaders of the three football associations met to express their interest in hosting the tournament. This represents the first step in the FIFA bidding process and a collective celebration of this significant event
According to the same source, Fouzi Lekjaa, the President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, Fernando Gomes, the President of the Portuguese Football Federation, and Luis Rubiales, the President of the Spanish Football Federation, shared their vision for a tournament that would enhance the legacy of the FIFA World Cup and advance the sport of football while making a global impact
The three countries are motivated by a strong desire to showcase their rich football heritage, in addition to thousands of years of shared history, traditions, and culture. Their aim is to host a tournament that brings the world together, characterized by innovation and diversity
To achieve this goal, the statement continues, the World Cup will be organized in countries with geographical proximity and ease of travel between them. This approach will offer a unique experience to the fans and contribute to the development of football
The source further notes that the joint 2030 FIFA World Cup in Morocco, Portugal, and Spain will be the first global tournament to be hosted across two different continents. It will focus on strengthening relationships between Africa, Europe, and the rest of the world, serving as an opportunity to showcase the value of football with its diversity and a platform for international cooperation between countries, leaving a social legacy in three countries and worldwide
Fouzi Lekjaa highlighted the historical significance of this joint organization for a global event between two continents, saying, “The World Cup will help us unite our shared culture, which dates back over 10 centuries. The three countries share history and the present, and we look forward to a bright and shared future, affirming that cooperation between the Mediterranean shores will bring prosperity to the region”
Fernando Gomes echoed the shared aspiration to organize the 2030 FIFA World Cup, noting, “This is a hopeful message and a common unity because this tournament will highlight shared cultures, diversity, inclusiveness, and respect
He added, “It will be a global tournament with a significant social legacy that will remain eternal in the history of Morocco, Spain, Portugal, and the rest of the world. We have a shared project that will create excitement everywhere. Let’s turn dreams into reality”
Regarding the selection of venues in the three countries to be determined in the final bid, the heads of the football associations affirmed that it is premature to make decisions in this regard until the ongoing technical studies are completed by the relevant committees
The next phase in the process of bidding for the 2030 FIFA World Cup will involve the signing of the final agreement for the joint bid file and its submission to FIFA, scheduled for November
