Brazil to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup According to FIFA Vote

Brazil to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup After FIFA Vote

In an exciting turn of events, Brazil has been selected as the host country for the 2027 Women’s World Cup after FIFA’s full membership voted in favor of the South American bid. The decision came after a tight race between Brazil and a joint proposal from Belgium, Netherlands, and Germany, with Brazil ultimately securing the win with a vote of 119-78.

This will mark the first time that the global women’s tournament, which was first played in 1991, will be held in South America. The announcement comes after the United States and Mexico withdrew their joint bid last month, and South Africa pulled out of the race in November.

Brazil’s victory was largely expected, especially after FIFA brokered deals for the men’s World Cups of 2030 and 2034, which left South American neighbors Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay with just one game each in the 2030 tournament that will be primarily hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

A key point for FIFA was also to pave the way for Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 World Cup uncontested, with South American soccer body CONMEBOL agreeing to take a small part in the 2030 tournament, thus removing itself from future bidding.

Brazil’s soccer federation president, Ednaldo Rodrigues, expressed joy and pride in the country’s achievement, particularly in light of recent flooding that has devastated parts of Brazil. He emphasized how hosting the Women’s World Cup will help strengthen the nation in the face of climate change-related challenges.

The decision to award the hosting rights to Brazil was made by all of FIFA’s member associations, marking the first time that the host for the women’s tournament was determined by a vote of the full membership rather than the FIFA Council.

With the 2027 Women’s World Cup set to take place in Brazil, fans around the world can look forward to an exciting tournament that will showcase the best of women’s soccer on South American soil.