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Bilbao and San Sebastián Propose Joint 2030 World Cup Bid

The Basque institutions and clubs have formally submitted a joint bid for the 2030 World Cup, combining Bilbao’s San Mamés and San Sebastián’s Anoeta stadiums.

The Basque government, local municipalities, the Biscay and Gipuzkoa Provincial Councils, and the clubs Athletic Club and Real Sociedad have sent a formal proposal to FIFA, outlining a joint bid for the 2030 World Cup that would use San Mamés in Bilbao and Anoeta in San Sebastián. The proposal reflects the region’s commitment to meet FIFA’s high standards for hosting the tournament. saltysenoritaaz.org