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FIFA Under Fire for Migrant Worker Safety Failures

5/16/2025

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FIFA faces serious accusations from FairSquare and Human Rights Watch over its negligence towards migrant worker safety in Saudi Arabia ahead of the 2034 World Cup. Investigations expose alarming gaps in safety protocols, delayed compensation for families, and a troubling absence of accountability for worker fatalities. Advocates demand immediate action to safeguard workers and enhance oversight on construction sites.

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FIFA faces serious accusations from FairSquare and Human Rights Watch over its negligence towards migrant worker safety in Saudi Arabia ahead of the 2034 World Cup. Investigations expose alarming gaps in safety protocols, delayed compensation for families, and a troubling absence of accountability for worker fatalities. Advocates demand immediate action to safeguard workers and enhance oversight on construction sites.