Brazil marked one year to go until the 2027 Women’s World Cup with nationwide celebrations in June 2026, as the country prepares to host the first edition of the tournament ever staged in South America. The 32-team event will run from 24 June to 25 July 2027 across eight host cities.
Where the Matches Will Be Played
- Rio de Janeiro: Estadio do Maracana
- Sao Paulo: Arena Itaquera
- Belo Horizonte: Estadio Mineirao
- Brasilia: Estadio Nacional
- Fortaleza, Porto Alegre, Recife and Salvador complete the eight-city host list
A total of 64 matches will be played across the tournament, matching the format used at the expanded men’s World Cup earlier in 2026. Brazil won hosting rights back in 2024, beating a joint bid from Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany in a FIFA Congress vote.
Qualification Already Underway
Fourteen countries had already secured their place in Brazil as of mid-2026, with the full 32-team draw scheduled for later in the year. Nations across Africa, Asia and the Americas are still fighting for the remaining spots, with reigning continental champions like England entering as one of the favourites following their Women’s Euro success.
Why This Tournament Matters
FIFA officials have called it a chance to deliver the greatest Women’s World Cup in history, pointing to record broadcast growth after the 2026 men’s tournament, whose final audience in Brazil grew more than 50 percent compared with 2022. Organisers hope similar momentum carries into 2027.
The tournament also arrives amid a broader shift in the global game, with FIFA rankings explained showing how closely the men’s and women’s international landscapes now track each other in terms of competitive depth. And with Champions League nights regularly filling some of Europe’s top football stadiums, expectations for Brazil’s atmosphere are already sky-high.
What to Watch For
Ticket registration has already opened, though pricing structures remain uncertain following demand-based pricing controversies at the 2026 men’s tournament. Fans hoping to attend should register early once official sales begin.