The United States and Mexico have withdrawn their joint bid to host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, opting instead to focus on bidding for the 2031 tournament with a call for equal investment compared to the Men’s tournament. This decision allows for more time to prepare and maximize the impact of hosting a record-breaking Women’s World Cup in 2031.
Two bids remain for the 2027 tournament – one from Brazil and a joint bid from Belgium, Netherlands, and Germany. The winning bid will be decided at the upcoming FIFA Congress in May.
US Soccer President Cindy Parlow Cone stated that this decision will allow for more time to prepare and maximize the potential of hosting a Women’s World Cup in 2031. Despite this decision, there will still be a busy schedule of international soccer competitions in the US in the coming years, including hosting the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup in 2025 and co-hosting the FIFA Men’s World Cup with Mexico and Canada in 2026. The experience gained from co-hosting the men’s World Cup will help Mexico provide infrastructure and enthusiastic support for the 2031 Women’s World Cup, contributing to its growth globally.
