Saudi Arabia to host 2023 FIFA Club World Cup
Saudi club Al-Hilal reached the final of the 2022 edition in Morocco last week, losing 5-3 to European champions Real Madrid.
Published : Feb 15, 2023 11:56 IST , Paris
FILE PHOTO: Karim Benzema lifts the FIFA Club World Cup trophy following as Real Madrid beats Al Hilal 5-3 in the final at Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat on February 11, 2023.
Saudi Arabia will host the 2023 Club World Cup, FIFA said on Tuesday.
Saudi club Al-Hilal reached the final of the 2022 edition in Morocco last week, losing 5-3 to European champions Real Madrid.
The seven-team event will take place on December 12-22.
Saudi Arabia is believed to be building towards a bid to host the 2030 World Cup, having seen neighbours Qatar host last year’s tournament.