Saudi Arabia has officially submitted a bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, positioning the Gulf nation as the frontrunner after Australia's withdrawal. This potential hosting opportunity aligns with Saudi Arabia's ongoing soft power strategy of attracting major sporting events. The decision will be made on December 11th, with the tournament likely to be held in the winter to avoid the region's scorching summer temperatures. #worldcup2034,#saudiarabia,#gulfhosting#softpowerstrategy