The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) held a lengthy working meeting with FIFA representatives to advance preparations for the 2030 World Cup. RFEF President Rafael Lusán clearly stated that the final would only be held in Spain, with no other options. For several months, there has been speculation about whether the final could be held in Morocco, and the RFEF used this visit to reiterate its stance: the final will be in Spain, and there is no other possibility.
Rafael Lusán has informed FIFA officials that Spain is not considering any alternatives other than hosting the final. FIFA representatives understand the importance of this issue to Spanish society and are aware of the various public statements surrounding the topic, including those from People's Party candidate Alberto Núñez Feijóo. FIFA also paid attention to Spain's political and social situation.
The meeting took place in a friendly atmosphere, with both sides coordinating event organization. Heimo Hilgert, FIFA's Head of Tournament Operations, and Claudio Caira, the organization's Director of Operations, also attended the meeting, both of whom are responsible for organizing the tournament.
FIFA representatives expressed satisfaction with the inspection results to date and the quality of Spanish stadiums, believing that these stadiums already meet the requirements for such an event.
The meeting also discussed the situations in Vigo and Valencia, as these two cities' bids are still on the table. In response, both parties confirmed that visits to these two cities would be conducted after the current round of inspections concludes.
Regarding the timeline, the final venues for the 2030 World Cup are expected to be decided before next summer. The stadium hosting the final will be announced later, following a schedule similar to the one FIFA used for organizing the previous World Cup.
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