World Cup venue could be stripped of hosting rights due to 'appalling conditions'

FIFA has issued a warning to officials of an unnamed city scheduled to host World Cup matches, demanding 'significant' improvements to conditions or face losing their hosting rights. The governing body described the current state as 'appalling' and has set expectations for upgrades to be made ahead of the tournament. The city risks being stripped of its World Cup venue status if the required standards are not met in time.