Fla-Flu queries Fifa's Maracanã demands for 2027 Women's World Cup | OneFootball

Set to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup final, the Maracanã has become a source of disagreement between FIFA and the Fla-Flu Consortium, which is responsible for managing the stadium. According to ge, world football’s governing body sent a formal letter to the Government of the State of Rio de Janeiro requesting an “intervention” to ensure compliance with the obligations set out in the contract signed for the tournament.

The main sticking point involves the period of FIFA’s exclusive use of the Maracanã and how long the pitch must be preserved before the competition. Under the contract, FIFA will have exclusive access to the stadium starting 14 days before the first match, while the pitch must remain protected for 28 days before the first game and for five more days after the matches end.

The Fla-Flu Consortium is trying to reduce this preservation period to minimize the impact on Flamengo and Fluminense’s schedule, since the Women’s World Cup will be played between June 24 and July 25, 2027.

In addition to the pitch issue, Maracanã’s management is also questioning FIFA’s requirements related to the so-called “permanent and complementary renovations” needed for the stadium’s operation during the World Cup.

In the document sent to the State Government on June 24, FIFA mentions the talks with the Fla-Flu Consortium and asks for support to ensure full compliance with the contract, especially regarding the period of exclusive use, pitch preservation, and the adjustments required for the competition.So far, the Maracanã has been confirmed as the host of the 2027 Women’s World Cup final. However, the stadium is also a candidate to host the tournament’s opening match.

Photo: Marina Garcia/FFC

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