FIFA, Brazil and the Maracana
Thursday
FIFA has confirmed Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana will host both the opening match and final of the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Hosts Brazil will begin the tournament there on 24 June, with the final scheduled for 25 July.
The Maracana will also stage a semi-final and becomes only the third stadium to host both men’s and women’s World Cup finals. FIFA confirmed eight Brazilian host cities, with every venue scheduled to stage at least one knockout match.