Fifa World Cup 2026 bidding process delayed
The bidding process for the 2026 World Cup has been postponed amid allegations around the 2018 and 2022 tournaments.In this photo,spectators cover their legs with blankets to protect from the cold during the 2010 football World Cup final between the Netherlands and Spain on July 11, 2010 at Soccer City stadium in Soweto, suburban Johannesburg. AFP PHOTO/ GIANLUIGI GUERCIA.
The bidding process for the 2026 World Cup has been postponed amid allegations around the 2018 and 2022 tournaments.
The decision was due to be made in Kuala Lumpur in May 2017.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. Swiss prosecutors are investigating alleged financial irregularities around the awarding of the events to Russia and Qatar respectively.
The USA are considered favourites to host the 2026 competition, but Canada, Mexico and Colombia are also thought to be interested.
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