Brazil will host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, with the opening match set for June 24 and the final scheduled for July 25 at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro [1, 2, 3, 4]. This will be the first time the Women’s World Cup is held in South America [1, 3, 4].
The tournament will feature 32 teams competing across eight host cities: Brasília, Porto Alegre, Recife, Salvador, Belo Horizonte, Fortaleza, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo [1, 2, 3, 4]. Each city will stage at least seven matches, including at least one knockout round game [1, 2].
Maracanã’s seating capacity is reported between 73,139 and 78,838, depending on the source [3, 4]. Hosting both the opening and final matches will make Maracanã only the third stadium to hold men's and women's World Cup finals, joining Stockholm’s Råsunda Stadium and the Rose Bowl in Pasadena [1, 2, 4].
São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro will host the semifinals, while Belo Horizonte, Fortaleza, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo will host quarterfinal matches [1, 2, 3, 4]. The Brazilian team will open the tournament in Group A at Maracanã on June 24 and will also play group games at Arena Itaquera in São Paulo and Estádio Nacional in Brasília [3, 4].
Arena Corinthians in São Paulo will host the most matches, totaling 10 [3, 4]. The tournament will run from June 24 to July 25, with the group stage lasting to July 8, Round of 16 from July 10-13, quarterfinals on July 16-17, semifinals on July 20-21, and the bronze final on July 24 [4].
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said, "I already have goosebumps thinking about the incredible passion, colour and energy that Brazilian fans will bring to the tournament as they welcome the world to eight vibrant host cities" [1]. He added, "We can’t wait to witness a new chapter of women’s football history unfold when the world’s best players, coaches, fans and local communities take centre stage in Brazil next year" [3].
Former Brazil captain Aline Pellegrino commented, "Each host city will add its own unique flavour, making this a colourful, joyful and unforgettable celebration. The world's best players will feel that energy from the stands and they will give it back on the pitch through moments and performances that will inspire girls and boys around the world" [1].
