Brazil Wins Bid to Host 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, Defeating BNG Joint Bid
Brazil has been officially named the host of the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after securing the majority of votes in a ballot held by FIFA Congress on Friday. The country triumphed over the joint bid from Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, marking a significant moment in women’s football history.
Jaanvy Gill 
The vote, which took place in a reduced field of two candidates, came after the joint bid from the United States and Mexico was pulled from consideration in late December, and South Africa withdrew its candidacy in November. This made the decision between Brazil and the Belgium-Netherlands-Germany (BNG) bid, with 207 FIFA member associations eligible to cast their votes electronically.
Brazil’s win was largely expected, as the nation had been the frontrunner following a strong evaluation from FIFA's technical team, which ranked it higher than its competitors. Furthermore, Brazil’s experience in hosting major FIFA tournaments, having previously held the Men’s World Cup in 2014, played a key role in strengthening their bid.
This marks a historic first, as FIFA’s decision for the Women’s World Cup host was made through a vote by all member associations, replacing the traditional decision-making process led by the FIFA Council. With the win, Brazil now prepares to make its mark as a host for the prestigious tournament, offering the South American country a chance to further promote and grow women’s football on a global scale.
The 2027 Women’s World Cup is expected to be a milestone event for the sport, featuring expanded participation and a larger audience, with Brazil eager to provide an exceptional experience for the teams and fans alike.
