Migrant Worker Dies in 2034 World Cup Stadium Construction, Saudi Arabia

Muhammad Arshad, a Pakistani migrant worker, tragically died while working on the construction of the Aramco Stadium in Al Khobar for the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The incident occurred when Arshad fell from an upper level after the platform he was working on tilted; although he and two other workers were wearing safety gear, he was not connected to an anchor point at the time. His death marks the first reported fatality related to the World Cup construction in Saudi Arabia, raising concerns from human rights groups about the safety of migrant workers. Besix Group, the principal contractor for the stadium, confirmed the incident and stated that they are cooperating with ongoing investigations while urging workers not to share images of the tragedy. Arshad leaves behind three young sons, and his family has been assured of receiving compensation as mandated by Saudi labor laws. The incident has amplified scrutiny over worker safety practices in the rapidly progressing World Cup infrastructure projects in the region.