On Monday, Saudi Arabia disclosed plans for a high-tech stadium situated atop a 200-meter cliff, close to Riyadh, where the Kingdom intends to host matches during the 2034 World Cup at this venue.
The stadium, with a capacity of 45,000 seats, is set to be named Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium in honor of the Crown Prince of the country. This move is indicative of the kingdom's aspirations to establish itself as a significant player in the global sports arena in the coming decade.
According to a statement from the Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), the design features a retractable roof and field, along with an LED wall comprising hundreds of meters (or yards) of screens, enabling an immersive experience for fans.
"The futuristic venue aims to reinvent the traditional stadium concept,” the QIC said.
The stadium represents a pivotal component of the Qiddiya City project, which intends to establish a hub for entertainment, gaming, and sports, located approximately 45 kilometers (30 miles) away from the downtown area of Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia. According to the QIC, the LED wall is constructed to reveal views of the city below.
According to the OIC, the new stadium aims to serve as the home venue of Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal, the Riyadh-based football clubs that secured the signings of Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar in the previous year, respectively.
As FIFA prepares for a confirmation vote by over 200 national soccer federations later this year, Saudi Arabia remains the sole bidder for hosting the men's World Cup in 2034. As per the FIFA bid documents, 14 stadiums are required to host the 48-team tournament. Additionally, the upcoming futuristic city of Neom will probably be included in the World Cup project.
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