Brazil have won hosting rights to 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Brazil saw off competition from a joint bid between Belgium, Germany and Netherlands to secure the hosting rights, having won 119 of the 204 total votes at FIFA’s latest Congress which sees them become the third Americas country to host the competition.
The tournament will once again continue with the 32-team format of 2023 FIFA World Cup, which saw eight groups contain four teams apiece followed by four separate knockout stages to determine the eventual champion.
“I am grateful for the trust of everyone who participated in the FIFA Congress for the choice of Brazil to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Today is a historic day in Bangkok.
“This is a victory for women’s football worldwide. I assure all of you that Brazil will have the best Women’s World Cup in history”, commented the president of the CBF, Ednaldo Rodrigues, who was the main leader of Brazil’s successful bid.
Rodrigues proceeded to add that the announcement “… will have a great positive impact on Brazilian women’s football and the lives of millions of women in Brazil.”
Looking ahead to what impact the tournament will have upon Brazil and South America, Rodrigues said: “In addition to investing in the World Cup, the entire women’s football production chain in Brazil and South America will take a huge leap in development,” over the coming years.
Brazilian presenter, Duda Pavao meanwhile pointed to Brazil’s “strong legacy,” within the game on top of “… necessary infrastructure to give the public an excellent experience.”
“We will welcome the players in the best stadiums. that are already ready. In this way, we will reduce financial costs and environmental impact.”
Exact tournament dates will be confirmed in due course but this announcement means that Europe are favourites to host the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup, due to FIFA’s preference to rotate tournament hosting rights across continents.
England and Spain are the two early European frontrunners for the 2031 edition but China, Morocco and South Africa are expected to be in contention, whilst a joint Mexico and USA bid is expected.
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