Bernabeu Locked In for 2030 World Cup Final? FIFA Behind-the-Scenes Deal Exposed as Co-Hosts Divide

FIFA Insider Report: The Bernabeu is being viewed as the preferred venue for the 2030 World Cup Final, with Casablanca and Barcelona potentially each hosting a semi-final. Infantino and Florentino had reportedly reached a non-binding agreement on the Bernabeu hosting the final, and although their relationship has cooled recently, the plan has not been abandoned. The joint hosts had designated the Bernabeu as the final venue during the candidacy stage, but the decision was never formally signed off, with ultimate authority resting with FIFA. FIFA is currently in a wait-and-see stance, with a definitive ruling expected after next March's presidential election. Since 2022, FIFA has held final decision-making power over the tournament and will progressively assume control of preparations. The co-hosts have suffered from insufficient internal coordination, leading to frequent disputes.