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World Cup Worker Dies: Family Denied Compensation

2/11/2026

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  • Mohammad Arshad, a migrant worker, died constructing a stadium for the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
  • His family in Pakistan has not received promised compensation, though Besix said it would handle payments.
  • Arshad's death is the first linked to the tournament and raises concerns about migrant worker fatalities, with groups urging FIFA accountability.
  • Local politician Sardar Manzoor criticizes the delay in delivering compensation up to £63,250 to Arshad's family.