Riyadh

Riyadh is Saudi Arabia’s dynamic and thriving capital city, and its largest by both size and population. It is also the country’s administrative center and financial hub. The city is preparing to co-host the 2027 AFC Asian Cup with Jeddah and Al Khobar, and will welcome the world when it hosts the World Expo 2030. Riyadh is also host of the 2034 Asian Games.

7M+

population

international destination connections in 2023

proposed stadiums

127K+

tournament room keys

tournament training sites

20M+

visitors to Riyadh Season in 2023

STADIUMS AND FIFA FAN FESTIVAL™ SITES

Home to King Salman International Stadium, and proposed to host opening and closing matches. The world’s largest urban park, King Salman Park as well as Qiddiya Large Festival Grounds are Riyadh’s proposed FIFA Fan Festival™ Sites; with a six-line metro and various other of transport options to get you there.

This spectacular new stadium will have the highest capacity in Saudi Arabia, and become a major center for sports and home to the national team. Host of the opening and final matches, the stadium and its precinct will anchor the Green Riyadh development’s masterplan, contributing to the city’s ongoing transformation.

CAPACITY

92,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Opening, Group Stage, Round of 32, Round of 16, Quarter-final, Semi-final & Final

This existing stadium is one of the most iconic venues in the region, with a distinctive fabric roof inspired by traditional tents. It is located near attractions such as the planned Sports Boulevard that will provide community access to green spaces. The refurbishment will significantly increase capacity and enable uses from football matches to concerts.

CAPACITY

70,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage, Round of 32, Round of 16, Quarter-final & Semi-final

This new stadium will be located in the Qiddiya development, its design offering spectacular views out towards the Tuwaiq cliffs. The stadium’s materials, including iridescent glass and shimmering metal, contribute to a futuristic aesthetic.

CAPACITY

46,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage, Round of 32, Round of 16 & 3rd place playoff

The distinctive design of this new stadium replicates the overlapping planes and texture of the bark of the native Acacia tree. The stadium will integrate the latest venue technology, creating an exceptional, personalized fan experience.

CAPACITY

46,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage & Round of 32

This new stadium is designed as a dynamic part of the urban fabric, with a different look to a typical sports venue. It will sit in a central plaza surrounded by the bowl’s ‘crystalline’ structure, a delicate latticework that will glow in the night sky.

CAPACITY

46,000

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage & Round of 32

This will be a new multi-purpose sports facility in Riyadh. Its design draws inspiration from the “culturally contextualized modernism” principles of Salmani architecture. The stadium will be part of a wider park site master plan. It will sit at the heart of a vibrant community facility that will provide locals with a combination of community sports facilities and green spaces.

CAPACITY

46,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage & Round of 32

The stunning design of this new stadium is inspired by the “culturally contextualized modernism” principles of Salmani architecture. After the Competition, the stadium will be home to a professional football club and host sport and entertainment events.

CAPACITY

47,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage & Round of 32

This existing stadium is next to the vibrant U Walk – a King Saud University mixed-use development. It currently hosts Saudi Pro League games and other major sporting events, and its capacity will be expanded for the Competition.

CAPACITY

46,000+

PROPOSED STAGES OF COMPETITION

Group Stage & Round of 32

Qiddiya Large Festival Grounds will be a unique outdoor venue beneath the stunning ancient cliffs of Qiddiya.

King Salman Park will be the largest urban park in the world. It will add significant green space to the capital city as part of the aim to make Riyadh one of the world’s most livable cities.