Image for representational goal solely.| Photo Credit: AFP

Football Australia on October 31 mentioned it gained’t bid for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, clearing the way in which for Saudi Arabia to host the boys’s marquee match.

The probabilities of Australia internet hosting the 2034 occasion appeared unlikely after the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) backed the Saudi bid on October 5.

Indonesia’s soccer affiliation initially confirmed curiosity in a joint bid with Australia, doubtlessly alongside Malaysia and Singapore, however that light when Indonesia as a substitute backed Saudi Arabia.

“We have explored the opportunity to bid to host the FIFA World Cup and — having taken all factors into consideration — we have reached the conclusion not to do so for the 2034 competition,” Football Australia (FA) mentioned in a press release.

Australia will as a substitute try to safe internet hosting rights for the 2029 Club World Cup and the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup.

Also Read | FIFA World Cup bid | Indonesia wants to co-host 2034 edition with Australia, Malaysia, Singapore

“We believe we are in a strong position to host the oldest women’s international competition in the world, the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, and then welcome the greatest teams in world football for the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup,” the FA assertion mentioned.

Australia and New Zealand efficiently co-hosted the Women’s World Cup in July and August. Brisbane, Queensland state, is because of grow to be the third Australian metropolis to host the Olympics when it levels the 2032 Summer Games.