US EditionMalaga Withdraws as Host City in 2030 World Cup Bid
MÁLAGA, SPAIN, JUL 12 – Málaga withdrew its 2030 FIFA World Cup bid due to failure to upgrade La Rosaleda stadium and logistical challenges, with Valencia expected to replace it as a host city.
- On July 12, 2025, Mayor Francisco de la Torre announced Málaga’s withdrawal from hosting 2030 World Cup matches after a joint meeting with officials, citing logistical and stadium upgrade challenges.
- Prolonged mismanagement and permit delays in upgrading La Rosaleda stadium, along with unfeasible alternative venues like the athletics stadium, led to Malaga's withdrawal from the 2030 World Cup bid.
- This withdrawal causes disappointment for Málaga's global profile, with Valencia likely to replace it as a host city, marking a significant setback.
- De la Torre pledged future stadium upgrades for Málaga CF, insisting the withdrawal won’t tarnish Málaga’s image despite skepticism from analysts.
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In a total of six countries, the 2030 World Cup will be held. After a kick-off weekend in South America, Spain will also be the focus. A city will now explain its renunciation.
Announced the host city of the 2030 World Cup, Malaga has decided to reconsider its decision to keep its stadium at the disposal of its team.
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