Maracanã amongst 8 Brazil stadiums for 2027 WWC

The Maracanã Stadium might be one in every of 8 venues throughout Brazil to host fits on the 2027 Women’s World Cup, the primary version to be held in Latin America, FIFA introduced on Wednesday.

In addition to the long-lasting venue in Rio de Janeiro, the 64 fits of the contest might be performed in Belo Horizonte (Mineirao Stadium), Brasilia (National Stadium), Fortaleza (Castelao Arena), Porto Alegre (Beira-Rio Stadium), Recife (Pernambuco Arena), Salvador (Fonte Nova Arena) and Sao Paulo (Itaquera Arena).

“From samba to frevo, from stunning beaches to cosmopolitan cities, the world will experience the energy, colour and warmth that only Brazil can offer,” stated FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

“We will continue to work closely with the selected host cities on the exciting journey ahead of us, creating unforgettable moments in each of their stadiums in 2027, and ensuring that this tournament has a major and widespread positive impact.”

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The match to be performed between June 24 and July 25, 2027, will characteristic 32 collaborating groups.

“The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 will mark a historic milestone as the tournament heads to South America for the very first time,” stated FIFA common secretary Mattias Grafstrom.

“The women’s game continues to grow at an extraordinary pace, and bringing the tournament to Brazil will inspire a new generation across the continent and beyond.”