Louzán reiterates Spain should host 2030 World Cup final as FIFA decision awaits | OneFootball

RFEF president Rafael Louzán insisted in Ceuta that Spain should stage the 2030 World Cup final, while stressing respect for bid partners and that FIFA will decide. According to El Periódico Mediterráneo, he framed Spain as the ideal host but said the governing body must make the call.

He cited the record of Spanish clubs and the achievements of both the men's and women's national teams, arguing Spain has ample reasons to host the showpiece.

Speaking at an event supporting the people of Ceuta, he also posed a rhetorical question about where the final would be played if not in Spain.

The remarks arrive amid an unresolved contest over the venue. FIFA has not announced a decision, and recent months have brought speculation that Morocco could stage the decisive match. The debate has intensified since Spain won the 2026 World Cup, alongside public interventions by Louzán and the Spanish government.

The 2030 tournament is a joint bid by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with Portugal ruled out for the final due to stadium capacity. Options include the Santiago Bernabéu, the Spotify Camp Nou and the Hassan II Stadium in Casablanca.

Source: El Periódico Mediterráneo

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