Saudi Arabia lacks community and political dignity to be a global football hub

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Saudi Arabia is rich in money and ambitions. Its crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, says his country will be the new Europe culturally in 10 years’ time. Football is an important part of his strategy. He wants to compete with the Champions League so is investing heavily in players who have become stars in Europe. Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and Karim Benzema now play for absurd salaries in Saudi Arabia. A few others who have passed the age of 30 will undoubtedly follow them. It seems to be a done deal that the 2034 men’s World Cup will be held in...