Michael Garcia to finish investigation into World Cup bids . `` The right to host the tournament was won because it was the best bid and because it is time for the Middle East to host its first FIFA World Cup . '' Report into bidding process to be published six weeks after conclusion of investigation . 2018 World Cup set to be held in Russia , 2022 tournament in Qatar . Comment:
Michael Garcia to finish investigation into World Cup bids . Report into bidding process to be published six weeks after conclusion of investigation . 2018 World Cup set to be held in Russia , 2022 tournament in Qatar . Comment: