FIFA face scrutiny amid Saudi Arabia bid to host 2034 World Cup

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Head of Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid Hammad Albalawi defends the process with FIFA and says everyone, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, will be welcome amid accusations of sportswashing.

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