World football governing body, FIFA, has cleared both Russia and Qatar of any corruption allegations. The two countries have been accused of having bought the hosting rights of the 2018 and 2022 World Cups with money, bribing officials to vote for them.
However, a FIFA investigative panel disproved that, and cleared the two nations of the charges.
"FIFA welcomes the fact that a degree of closure has been reached," a statement from FIFA read.
"As such, FIFA looks forward to continuing the preparations for Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022 which are already well underway.
"Finally, FIFA acknowledges the recommendations mentioned in the statement with regard to improving the bidding process for future FIFA World Cups."
Meanwhile, FIFA accused the English Football Association of damaging its image in their attempt to win the hosting rights to stage the 2018 World Cup.
A FIFA report claimed the English FA behaved in an improper way when trying to win the backing of a key voter.
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