On May 17th, FIFA chose Brazil as the host of the 2027 Women’s World Cup, but that decision is the recognition of a dream that began to take shape some time ago. A key date is April 21st of last year, when the South American giant officially expressed its desire to be the host.
At that time, there were 14 interested in hosting the competition, although by the end of the year the list had been shortened: Brazil, the alliance between Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium, and the one between the United States and Mexico. Last month, the North American nations also withdrew from the race, having already won the will to organize the 2026 men’s World Cup.
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With two possible options, the FIFA Ordinary Congress in Thailand last week made the final decision. There, the Brazilian candidacy prevailed over the European proposal with 119 votes against 78, in an election in which all affiliated associations participated, except for the candidate countries.
The main factors that weighed in the choice of Brazil were the infrastructure inherited from the 2014 men’s World Cup and the support of the Federal Government. The candidacy, led by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), defended its thesis on six pillars: economic, social and environmental sustainability, sports development, women’s leadership in the football ecosystem, women’s rights, and consumption potential.
Under the slogan “A Natural Choice”, Brazil counted on the support of countries from all continents for the Women’s World Cup to be a catalyst for opportunities for women. The event will take place from June 24 to July 25 next year, with the participation of 32 teams from the six confederations.
Remembering Zagallo
Sambafoot Series launched a new documentary about the football legend Zagallo. Known as ‘Velho Lobo‘ and as superstitious as it gets, Zagallo helped shape what Brazilian football is nowadays — as a player and as a coach.
Binge the first five episodes available on Sambafoot’s Youtube channel. Stay tuned for upcoming releases as we keep telling this legend’s life story.
