Free Party calls for exclusion of Morocco from the organization of the 2030 World Cup
The short version
The Portuguese Free party has asked FIFA to exclude Morocco from the organisation of the 2030 World Cup, citing a lack of confidence in the country as a partner. The proposal comes in the context of the joint application of Portugal and Spain.
The Liberal party argued that Morocco is not a reliable partner to co-organize the 2030 World Cup with Portugal and Spain.1 Jorge Pinto, of the Free party, publicly questioned who authorized the party to demand the exclusion of Morocco from the organization of the event.2 Journalist Mariana Fernandes analyzed whether Portugal can require FIFA to remove Morocco from the joint bid.1
Why it matters
The 2030 World Cup will be co-organized by Portugal, Spain and Morocco, as decided by FIFA.1
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