Saudi Ministry of Sport

AECOM partners with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Sport to modernize Riyadh’s King Fahd Sports City for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup and 2034 FIFA World Cup. Upgrading the 1987 “Pearl of Stadiums” to meet FIFA standards, the project aligns with Vision 2030 goals to diversify the economy, potentially increasing tourism revenue by $40 billion by 2030. AECOM’s expertise in global stadium projects, alongside its Middle East and U.S. teams, will integrate sustainability and smart technologies while enhancing community connectivity. The overhaul supports Saudi Arabia’s ambition to become a premier sports hub and strengthens its non-oil economic strategy.