Cristiano Ronaldo has sent out an emotional message after Portugal were confirmed as World Cup 2030 co-hosts.

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• Portugal confirmed as 2030 co-hosts
• Ronaldo thrilled with news
• Saudi Arabia to host World Cup 2034

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  FIFA officially confirmed on Wednesday that Portugal, Spain and Morocco will co-host the 2030 World Cup. The announcement comes as no surprise as the joint bid was the only one presented. The opening three matches of the tournament will be held in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay – to mark the competition's centenary – before the action switches back to Europe and North Africa.

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The news has gone down well in Portugal with Ronaldo who is clearly thrilled at the news. The Al-Nassr superstar is being tipped to play at World Cup 2026, even though he will be 41 when the tournament rolls around, and says it's a dream to see his nation awarded the 2030 edition of the famous tournament.

• WHAT RONALDO SAID

  He posted on Instagram: "A dream come true. Portugal will host the World Cup 2030 and make us proud. Together!"

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• DID YOU KNOW?

  FIFA also confirmed the 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia where Ronaldo currently plies his trade with Pro League side Al-Nassr.

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