The United States has been confirmed as the sole bidder for the 2031 Women’s World Cup, while the United Kingdom is set to host the 2035 tournament. This announcement was made by FIFA President Gianni Infantino at the 49th UEFA ordinary Congress in Belgrade.
According to Infantino, “Today I can confirm that we have received one bid for 2031 and one valid bid for 2035. 2031 is from the USA and potentially some other CONCACAF members together, and ’35 is from Europe, from the home nations,” referring to England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
The English Football Association chief executive, Mark Bullingham, expressed his honor at being the sole bidder for the 2035 tournament, stating, “Hosting England’s first FIFA World Cup since 1966, along with our home nations partners, will be very special. The hard work starts now, to put together the best possible bid by the end of the year.”
FIFA plans to increase the number of participating teams at the Women’s World Cup from 32 teams to 48 in time for the 2031 tournament. The identity of the hosts will be officially confirmed at the FIFA congress in the second quarter of 2026.
In related news, the United States will co-host the 2026 men’s World Cup with Canada and Mexico, and will also host the first edition of FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup this June and July. The next Women’s World Cup will take place in Brazil in 2027.
The announcement by FIFA has generated excitement among football fans worldwide. The 2031 Women’s World Cup is expected to be a groundbreaking tournament, with the increased number of participating teams providing more opportunities for countries to showcase their talent.
The United Kingdom’s hosting of the 2035 tournament is also seen as a significant development, given the country’s rich football history. The English Football Association’s chief executive, Mark Bullingham, has pledged to put together a strong bid, emphasizing the importance of hosting a successful tournament.
FIFA’s decision to expand the Women’s World Cup to 48 teams is a testament to the growing popularity of women’s football. The move is expected to increase competition and provide more opportunities for countries to participate in the tournament.
The hosting of the 2026 men’s World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico is also expected to be a major success. The tournament will feature 48 teams, and the expanded format is expected to increase excitement and competition.
Overall, FIFA’s announcements have generated significant excitement among football fans worldwide. The hosting of the 2031 and 2035 Women’s World Cups, as well as the 2026 men’s World Cup, is expected to be a major success, showcasing the best of international football talent.