Overview

• FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that the UK is the only valid bidder for the 2035 Women’s World Cup, ensuring its hosting rights pending formal ratification in 2026.
• The UK bid is a collaboration between England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with matches expected to be held across all four nations.
• This will be the first Women’s World Cup hosted in the UK, building on the success of England’s hosting of the 2022 Women’s Euros.
• FIFA plans to expand the Women’s World Cup to 48 teams starting with the 2031 tournament, reflecting the growing global interest in women’s football.
• A rival bid from Spain, Portugal, and Morocco was deemed invalid, leaving the UK unopposed in the bidding process.