2038 FIFA World Cup

The 2038 FIFA World Cup will be the 26th edition of the FIFA World Cup, the quadrennial international men's football championship contested by the national teams of the member associations of FIFA.
Host selection
Although the bids for the 2038 FIFA World Cup are yet to start, some early bids have already been proposed.
Certain Bids
Ghana is certain to bid in the 2038 FIFA World Cup.
Ghana
Ghana is planning an ambitious-bid to gain hosting rights for the 2038 FIFA World Cup as part of its 40-year national development plan, developed by the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC). The Director-General of the NDPC, Dr. Nii Moi Thompson in an interview, revealed that the bid is dependent on the country fulfilling other financial and infrastructure targets set in the draft National Development Plan which was handed over to the government last month. According to Dr. Thompson, as part of the long-term development plan, Ghana plans to host international events like the World Cup and Olympic Games. As part of the 40-year development plan, a new stadium called the "Black Star Stadium" will be constructed with the "best 21st Century technology while the roof would be made up of solar panels". The stadium will be connected to road and rail networks. Additionally, Ghana has not hosted a FIFA World Tournament or the Olympic Games in its 60-year history.
Expressed interest in bidding
A number of sources are claiming that China or Australia could bid for the 2038 FIFA World Cup.
China
China has not yet hosted any FIFA World Cups, but has their sights set on either the 2034 FIFA World Cup or the 2038 FIFA World Cup.
Australia
Australia has never hosted a FIFA World Cup, but according to the Roar, is said to be speculating on a future bid.

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