Saudis plan WC stadium 350m above ground
Briefly

The most startling plans within the submission are the proposals to build a stadium above ground in Neom, a so-called 'Future City.' The 45,000-seat stadium in the city will be one of the 'most distinctive and iconic stadiums in the world,' built into a cliff edge within The Line.
The stadium will be situated within THE LINE -- more than 350 meters above ground. It will provide an unprecedented and exceptional experience for fans scheduled to attend tournament matches. Additionally, the stadium will be run entirely on renewable energy, generated primarily from wind and solar sources.
The 2034 World Cup will be a 48-team tournament staged across five cities -- Riyadh, Jeddah, Al Khobar, Abha, and Neom. Eight stadiums are planned in the capital Riyadh, including the proposed 92,000-capacity King Salman Stadium which will host the opening game and World Cup Final.
Together, we are working towards materializing Saudi Arabia's dream of hosting the FIFA World Cup into a tangible reality -- as outlined within our official bid book,
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