United States lined up to host first Women’s Club World Cup
Summary
The United States is likely to host the first Women’s Club World Cup in January 2028, with cities like Los Angeles and San Diego as possible hosts. The tournament will involve 19 teams and act as a preparation event for the larger 2031 Women’s World Cup, which the US will co-host with Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica.Key Facts
- The Women’s Club World Cup in 2028 will be the first of its kind and is planned for January.
- The US may host the tournament without a formal bidding process.
- Los Angeles and San Diego are among the favorite cities to hold the event.
- The tournament will feature 19 teams and take place between the 2027 Women’s World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.
- The event is seen as a test run for the larger 48-team Women’s World Cup in 2031.
- FIFA aims to evaluate stadiums, ticket prices, and fan interest during the Club World Cup.
- FIFA leadership issues have delayed some hosting decisions, including for the 2029 men’s Club World Cup.
- The US is interested in hosting the men’s Club World Cup in 2029, but Morocco, Spain, and Portugal are likely co-hosts.
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