Norwegian Federation Criticizes FIFA World Cup Selection

The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) announced it will vote against FIFA's acclamation process for the 2030 and 2034 World Cups, criticizing the bidding process as flawed and inconsistent with FIFA's own reforms. NFF President Lise Klaveness highlighted concerns about transparency and the inadequate integration of human rights guidelines, particularly regarding the Saudi Arabia bid for 2034. The NFF's stance aims to uphold a governance model that aligns with FIFA's principles, as they assert that FIFA's process lacks sufficient scrutiny and has been influenced by financial ties to Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the NFF's formal letter to FIFA requests that their criticisms be recorded in the Congress minutes. This vote is seen as a signal against FIFA's approach, despite the fact that the host nations have already been determined. The NFF is advocating for a more principled and transparent allocation process in international football.