Saudi Arabia may ease alcohol ban ahead of 2034 World Cup but with strict rules

Saudi Arabia may ease alcohol ban ahead of 2034 World Cup but with strict rules

Saudi Arabia may lift its 70-year alcohol ban in 2026 ahead of the 2034 FIFA World Cup and Expo 2030. Reports suggest limited alcohol sales at select tourist spots will be allowed. However, there is still no official confirmation on this with government people denying any change in law.

Saudi Arabia is thinking to revoke alcohol ban. Image: Reuters