FIFA World Cup 2030: Controversial Plan to Cull 3 Million Dogs in Morocco

FIFA World Cup 2030: Controversial Plan to Cull 3 million Dogs in Morocco

Jan 16, 2025 Komal Das

Campaigners claim Morocco is killing stray dogs ahead of FIFA 2030 to "clean up" cities. Jane Goodall has urged FIFA to act, accusing them of turning a blind eye

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Jane Goodall urged FIFA to stop the killings of stray dogs ahead of FIFA 2030, calling for humane alternatives and offering help from international organizations

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FIFA has not responded to the allegations, with critics warning of a PR disaster. Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will host FIFA 2030, with proposed venues in Morocco listed

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Proposed FIFA 2030 venues in Morocco include Adrar, Hassan II, Fez, Marrakesh, Prince Moulay Abdellah, and Ibn Batouta stadiums

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