RTE: Saudis adding World Cup to growing sports portfolio

[Foot.ie]

Saudi Arabia is set to be officially awarded hosting rights for the 2034 men's World Cup on Wednesday but critics say securing football's most high-profile tournament is just the latest example of the the authoritarian country's efforts to 'sportswash' its reputation.

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