The Middle East isn’t shy when it comes to bold statements of intent, but its big week of elite soccer hints at a seismic future for the region.
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Ronaldo, Messi and the 2030 World Cup? A week of watching Saudi Arabia’s major soccer ambitions
Jan 25, 2023 | 10:55 AM