US EditionFIFA picks 8 host cities for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil
- FIFA announced on Wednesday in Zurich eight host cities in Brazil for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup scheduled from June 24 to July 25.
- The selection followed a clear process starting in August 2024 with FIFA teams assessing 12 candidate cities based on technical, operational, and commercial criteria.
- The chosen cities, including Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Belo Horizonte, and Brasília, mostly coastal, are notable for their stadiums used in the 2014 men's World Cup and cultural diversity.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasized that the tournament will showcase Brazil’s unique vibrancy and spirit, capturing the nation’s distinctive atmosphere and cultural richness while underscoring the event’s commitment to social impact and lasting legacy.
- The tournament will boost women's football nationally by intensifying grassroots programs and aiming for long-term growth and inclusion across Brazil.
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FIFA Picks Eight Host Cities for Women’s World Cup 2027 in Brazil
Some members of Brazil's soccer confederation have said they want to hold the opening match at Sao Paulo and the final at the 78,000-seat Maracana, as it did in the 2014 World Cup. Curitiba, Manaus and Natal, all venues for the men's World Cup, were not included in the women's tournament bid book. Belem was also left out. FIFA Picks Eight Host Cities for Women’s World Cup 2027 in Brazil.
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FIFA picks 8 host cities for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil
Soccer’s international governing body has confirmed eight host cities for the 2027 Women’s World Cup to be held in Brazil. FIFA announced the venues for the month-long tournament on Wednesday but hasn't decided where the opening match and the final…
Soccer-Maracana one of eight stadiums for 2027 Women's World Cup
(Reuters) - The Maracana Stadium will be one of eight venues across Brazil to host matches at the 2027 Women's World Cup, the first edition to be held in Latin America, FIFA announced on Wednesday. Read full story
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