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UK Home Nations Announce Joint Bid for 2035 Women’s World Cup

The football associations of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland express intent to host, with FIFA's recommendation favoring Europe or Africa.

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Overview

  • England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland's football associations have formally announced their intention to bid for the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
  • FIFA has recommended Europe or Africa as the preferred host regions for the tournament, with the bidding process officially underway.
  • The UK bid aims to build on the success of hosting the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 and the rapid growth of women’s football across the region.
  • The proposed bid has received strong backing from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and UK Sport, citing its potential for economic and cultural impact.
  • If successful, the tournament would mark the UK’s first time hosting a Women’s World Cup and could potentially feature expanded participation with up to 48 teams.