UK Football Associations submit joint bid to host FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035 | OneFootball

The FA, Irish FA, Scottish FA and FA of Wales have officially submitted their joint bid for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035. A move that could bring the largest single-sport event in UK history on home soil. If successful, it would be the first time the UK has hosted a FIFA World Cup since 1966.

The bid outlines 22 potential stadiums across 16 host cities. 16 venues in England, three in Wales, two in Scotland and one in Northern Ireland. With 63 million people living within two hours of a proposed venue, the tournament aims to be the most accessible Women’s World Cup ever held.

Organisers say the event would be a nationwide celebration, uniting communities and inviting the world to share the excitement. With 4.5 million ticket sales and a projected global audience of over 3.5 billion, the tournament would captivate fans at home and globally.

At the heart of the bid lies the powerful vision ‘All Together’. A rallying cry for women’s football and sport more broadly to empower worldwide.

Joint statement from the FA CEOs

“Hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup would be a huge privilege for our four home nations. If we’re successful, the tournament will be the biggest single-sport event held on UK soil, with 4.5 million tickets available.

“We are proud of the growth that we’ve driven in recent years across the women’s and girls’ game, but there is still so much more potential. This tournament would play a key role in helping us deliver that. Working with FIFA, we believe a Women’s World Cup in the UK has the power to turbocharge the women’s and girls’ game both nationally and globally.

“Our bid also reflects our commitment to leaving a lasting legacy in the years leading up to 2035 and long after the final whistle. Together, we want to welcome the world to the UK to enjoy an unforgettable tournament.”

Support from the Prime Minister

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has also voiced strong support for the bid.

“Our bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup shows the UK’s passion for football. The Lionesses’ success has inspired girls across the country. We want to build on that momentum by welcoming millions of fans from around the world.

“With major investment in school sport and grassroots facilities through our Plan for Change, we are creating opportunities for the next generation of girls to aim for their national team.”

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A World Class tournament

The 22 proposed stadiums offer a blend of historic sporting venues with modern, cutting-edge innovation and elite operational excellence that will be ready to deliver FIFA-compliant facilities. The host cities would provide a network of infrastructure, ample accommodation and efficient transportation and culture.

The tournament would involve 104 matches contested by 48 teams over a 39 day period. With 48 base team camp training sites, 82 venue-specific training sites and 32 FIFA Fan Festival Sites proposed.

Passionate fans, strong media reach and innovative digital engagement not only ensures that this would be a successful tournament, but also provides a transformational commercial opportunity for global growth and reinvestment into the women’s game for the benefit of the wider FIFA family.

Legacy through three pillars

The four nations are committed to leaving a lasting legacy built on three key pillars:

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