The Saudi Arabian Football Federation’s bid to host the FIFA World Cup™ 2034 has teamed up with Manga Alarabia, a subsidiary of the Saudi Research and Media Group, to create a new manga series titled “Road to 2034.”
This collaboration aims to captivate football and manga fans worldwide, inspire young people, and promote the Kingdom’s bid, SPA reported.
The manga series will be available in print and digital formats and published in Arabic, English, and Japanese. It will blend traditional storytelling with the iconic manga style, offering readers an engaging and immersive experience.
The announcement of this partnership coincided with a match between the Saudi national team and Japan in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, one of the proposed venues for the 2034 World Cup.
“Road to 2034” is part of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation’s broader efforts to generate excitement and interest in the tournament. The Kingdom’s bid emphasizes its commitment to building bridges of communication and showcasing its rich cultural heritage. By connecting with young people through manga, the bid aims to foster pride in Saudi culture and inspire future generations of football players.
Head of the Saudi Arabian 2034 FIFA World Cup™ Bid Unit Hammad Albalawi stated, “Our bid’s strength lies in the passion of Saudi football fans. By creating this manga series, we demonstrate our commitment to inspiring future generations and sharing the Kingdom’s dream of hosting the World Cup. This partnership aligns with our focus on engaging young people and showcasing our rich cultural heritage on a global stage.”
The IV Crown Showdown will take place on October 12 as part of Riyadh Season.
The event will feature an undisputed light heavyweight championship match between Russian rivals Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.
Bivol expressed gratitude to Saudi Arabia and Riyadh Season for hosting the event.
According to SPA, he thanked his coaches, supporters, and everyone who has been part of his journey.
Beterbiev also expressed his excitement and anticipation for the match.
Today, the boxers will undergo official weigh-ins 24 hours before the start of the highly anticipated championship bout.
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