UK to Host Women's World Cup in 2035: A Turning Point for Women's Football

FIFA has endorsed the UK's joint bid featuring Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland, marking a significant step for women's football in the region.

The United Kingdom is poised to host the 2035 Women's World Cup, emerging as the sole valid contender in a recent bidding process overseen by FIFA, the governing body for international football. The joint bid, submitted by Scotland, Wales, England, and Northern Ireland, marks a historic opportunity to advance women's football in the UK.

In a statement regarding the bidding process, FIFA's president Gianni Infantino confirmed that despite previous speculation of a potential bid from Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, only the UK's proposal met the criteria outlined for hosting the tournament. FIFA has specified that the Women's World Cup needs to be held in either Europe or Africa, making the UK the obvious choice as it moves forward.

While plans for the 2035 tournament solidify, eyes are also on the 2031 Women's World Cup, which is set to take place in the United States. Infantino emphasized the promising future of women's football, highlighting the increase in participating teams from 32 in 2027 to an anticipated 48 in 2031.

This announcement not only signifies a monumental moment for women's sports in the UK but also sets the stage for further growth and recognition of women’s football on a global scale.