The decision of the United States and Mexico to withdraw their bid to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup has sparked many questions about what it could mean for the USWNT program and the growth of women’s soccer in both countries and beyond. Instead, they have decided to focus their efforts on the 2031 tournament.
The withdrawal of the USA and Mexico came just weeks before the FIFA Congress was set to cast their votes. Now, Brazil and a joint bid of Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands are left in the running. We dive into this choice with Sylvs from the Shea Butter FC Podcast to explore its implications for both countries and global women’s soccer.
Sylvs provides insight into what hosting the tournament would mean for Brazil and how it could impact women’s soccer globally. We also examine how South Africa is competing with USA/Mexico for hosts in 2031, highlighting their contrasting priorities of growth and equal investment in the game.
It was a pleasure having Sylvs share her knowledge and perspectives on these matters, and we encourage you to follow her podcast for more insightful content. Remember to connect with us on Twitter, YouTube, leaving ratings, reviews, subscriptions to help us reach a wider audience. Visit our Linktree for access to all our affiliate links, tag us on Twitter or email us at USASoccercast@gmail.com with any suggestions or questions for the show.
