Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 107839

FIFA: World Cup

Tabled: 22 January 2026

Answered: 30 January 2026

Question

Alex Mayer

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she has had discussions with (a) FIFA and (b) the Football Association on the selection criteria for hosting future FIFA World Cup tournaments.

Answer

Stephanie Peacock

As the rights holder for FIFA World Cup tournaments, FIFA publishes the criteria and associated timeline for prospective future host nations to meet in order to be deemed viable. The Football Association works closely with the UK Government and UK Sport w...

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