The United Kingdom will be the host of the 2035 Women's World Cup, following the acceptance of its joint bid from Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland. This announcement comes from FIFA, which received no other valid proposals despite speculation regarding potential bids from Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that the UK bid was the only legitimate one submitted, cementing the event's future in Europe.
UK to Host 2035 Women’s World Cup: FIFA Confirms Single Bid Acceptance
UK to Host 2035 Women’s World Cup: FIFA Confirms Single Bid Acceptance
The 2035 Women’s World Cup is awarded to the UK, as it emerges as the only valid bid received by FIFA, boosting women's football momentum.
The decision to host the championship in the UK aligns with FIFA's stipulation to have this edition of the tournament situated in either Europe or Africa. Infantino noted the significance of these upcoming events for women's football, stating, "The path is there for the Women's World Cup in 2031 and 2035 to take place in some great nations and further boost the women's football movement."
In addition to the UK hosting in 2035, the United States will take the helm for the 2031 Women’s World Cup, allowing an expansion from the current 32 teams competing in the 2027 World Cup in Brazil to a total of 48 teams in 2031. The international expansion signifies a heightened focus on the growth and development of women's football worldwide.
In addition to the UK hosting in 2035, the United States will take the helm for the 2031 Women’s World Cup, allowing an expansion from the current 32 teams competing in the 2027 World Cup in Brazil to a total of 48 teams in 2031. The international expansion signifies a heightened focus on the growth and development of women's football worldwide.
