Uruguay will also hold a centenary ceremony in Montevideo, where the first World Cup took place in 1930.

The Saudis wasted no time to indicate they will bid on that gathering.

What a great message of peace, tolerance and inclusion, Infantino said.

Kylian Mbappe of France celebrates after scoring the team’s third goal and their hat trick from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar.

Kylian Mbappe of FranceCatherine Ivill/Getty Images

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