Brazil to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup, Beating Joint Bid by Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany
In an exciting development for women’s football, Brazil has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 Women’s World Cup. The decision came after a vote at Fifa’s congress in Bangkok on Friday, with member associations voting 119 to 78 in favor of Brazil. This makes Brazil the first nation to be awarded the hosting rights through an open vote.
The joint bid by the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany (BNG) put up strong competition, but ultimately Brazil’s bid came out on top. Fifa president Gianni Infantino congratulated Brazil on their successful bid, expressing confidence that they will deliver an exceptional tournament.
“We will have the best World Cup in Brazil,” Infantino said. He also extended his gratitude to the BNG bid, acknowledging their efforts throughout the bidding process.
Both bids met the necessary hosting criteria, but Brazil scored higher on technical aspects such as stadiums, accommodation, fan zones, and transport. A Fifa bid evaluation report highlighted Brazil’s strengths in these areas, ultimately giving them the edge over the BNG bid.
This will be the first time that a Women’s World Cup is hosted by a South American country, marking a significant milestone for women’s football in the region. Brazil has a rich footballing history and has previously hosted the men’s World Cup in 1950 and 2014.
The upcoming Women’s World Cup will follow the same format as the 2023 edition in Australia and New Zealand, with 32 teams competing for the title. Spain emerged as champions in the previous tournament after defeating England in the final.
It is worth noting that several countries have had the honor of hosting the Women’s World Cup in the past. China, Sweden, the United States, Germany, Canada, and France have all successfully organized the tournament, showcasing their commitment to women’s football.
The decision by the United States and Mexico to withdraw their joint bid for the 2027 tournament, choosing to focus on bidding for the 2031 edition instead, further demonstrates the growing interest and competitiveness surrounding women’s football.
As preparations begin for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil, fans can look forward to witnessing the incredible talent, passion, and excitement that this global tournament has to offer.