Women's World Cup 2027: Dates, Host Cities, Stadiums and Qualified Teams
Updated 29 October 2026. Facts from FIFA's Brazil 2027 hub and the FIFA women's ranking of 20 October 2026. Everything on this page is also kept live on our Women's World Cup 2027 hub.
Quick answer: The FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027 runs from Thursday 24 June to Sunday 25 July 2027. It is the 10th edition and the first in South America. 32 teams play 64 matches in 8 groups across 8 Brazilian cities. The Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro hosts both the opening match (Brazil) and the final. The final draw is on Friday 11 December 2026 in Rio. 18 teams have qualified so far, and Spain are the defending champions.
| Fact | Brazil 2027 |
|---|---|
| Dates | 24 June – 25 July 2027 |
| Edition | 10th (first in South America) |
| Teams | 32 |
| Matches | 64 |
| Groups | 8 groups of 4 |
| Host cities | 8 |
| Opening match | Brazil vs TBC, Maracanã, Thu 24 June 2027 |
| Final | Maracanã, Sun 25 July 2027 |
| Final draw | Fri 11 December 2026, MAM Rio |
| Defending champions | Spain (2023) |
| Qualified so far | 18 of 32 |
Want to know who wins? Play the whole tournament in our free Women's World Cup 2027 simulator, with 32 teams and title odds from the FIFA ranking.
When is the Women's World Cup 2027?
FIFA has fixed the window at 24 June to 25 July 2027, a little over a month of football in the Brazilian winter.
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Fri 11 Dec 2026 | Final draw at the Museum of Modern Art (MAM Rio), Rio de Janeiro |
| Thu 24 Jun 2027 | Opening match: Brazil vs TBC (Group A), Maracanã |
| Tue 29 Jun 2027 | Brazil's second group match, Arena Itaquera, São Paulo |
| Sun 4 Jul 2027 | Brazil's third group match, Estádio Nacional, Brasília |
| Sun 25 Jul 2027 | Final, Maracanã |
Kick-off times and the exact pairings depend on the draw. FIFA publishes an updated match schedule after 11 December 2026, and our hub page is refreshed at the same time.
Women's World Cup 2027 time zone
All eight host cities use Brasília time (UTC−3), and Brazil does not use daylight saving time.
| Your location | Difference from Brazil (June–July) | A 16:00 kick-off in Brazil is… |
|---|---|---|
| New York (EDT) | Brazil is 1 hour ahead | 15:00 |
| Los Angeles (PDT) | Brazil is 4 hours ahead | 12:00 |
| London (BST) | Brazil is 4 hours behind | 20:00 |
| Madrid / Paris / Berlin (CEST) | Brazil is 5 hours behind | 21:00 |
| Tokyo (JST) | Brazil is 12 hours behind | 04:00 next day |
| Sydney (AEST) | Brazil is 13 hours behind | 05:00 next day |
Women's World Cup 2027 format
The format is the same as Australia & New Zealand 2023: 32 teams, 8 groups of four, top two advance.
| Stage | Teams | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Group stage | 32 | 48 |
| Round of 16 | 16 | 8 |
| Quarter-finals | 8 | 4 |
| Semi-finals | 4 | 2 |
| Bronze final | 2 | 1 |
| Final | 2 | 1 |
| Total | 64 |
There are no best third-placed teams. Finish in the top two or go home. That makes every group match matter, especially in groups with two strong European sides.
Host cities and stadiums
FIFA chose eight venues that also staged matches at the 2014 men's World Cup. Every city hosts at least seven matches, including at least one knockout tie.
| Stadium | City | Matches | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estádio do Maracanã | Rio de Janeiro | 9 | Opening match, one semi-final, final |
| Arena Itaquera | São Paulo | 10 | Most matches; Brazil group game, R16, QF, semi-final, bronze final |
| Arena Castelão | Fortaleza | 9 | Six group matches, two R16 ties, one QF |
| Estádio Mineirão | Belo Horizonte | 8 | Six group matches, one R16, one QF |
| Estádio Nacional | Brasília | 7 | Brazil's third group match; through R16 |
| Estádio Beira-Rio | Porto Alegre | 7 | Six group matches, one R16 |
| Arena de Pernambuco | Recife | 7 | Through R16 |
| Arena Fonte Nova | Salvador | 7 | Six group matches, one R16 |
Which city hosts which knockout round?
- Round of 16 only: Brasília, Porto Alegre, Recife and Salvador.
- Quarter-finals: Belo Horizonte, Fortaleza, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
- Semi-finals: Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
- Bronze final: São Paulo.
- Final: Rio de Janeiro.
The Maracanã double
The Maracanã already staged the decisive match of the 1950 men's World Cup and the 2014 men's final. Hosting the 2027 women's final makes it only the third stadium to host both a men's and a women's World Cup final. It is also the venue for the opening match, so Brazil start and finish the tournament in the same stadium.
Who has qualified for the Women's World Cup 2027?
As of October 2026, 18 of the 32 places are filled. Ranks below are from the FIFA women's ranking of 20 October 2026.
| Team | Confederation | FIFA rank | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇸 Spain | UEFA | 1 | League A group winners · 2023 champions |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | UEFA | 3 | League A group winners |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | AFC | 5 | AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 |
| 🇫🇷 France | UEFA | 6 | League A group winners |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | CONMEBOL | 7 | Host nation |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | UEFA | 10 | League A group winners |
| 🇰🇵 Korea DPR | AFC | 12 | AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | AFC | 15 | AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 |
| 🇰🇷 Korea Republic | AFC | 17 | AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 |
| 🇨🇳 China PR | AFC | 18 | AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | CONMEBOL | 19 | CONMEBOL qualifying |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | CONMEBOL | 30 | CONMEBOL qualifying |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | OFC | 33 | OFC qualifying (April 2026) |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | AFC | 39 | AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 |
| 🇨🇲 Cameroon | CAF | 62 | WAFCON 2026 champions |
| 🇲🇦 Morocco | CAF | 64 | WAFCON 2026 semi-finalists |
| 🇩🇿 Algeria | CAF | 73 | WAFCON 2026 third place · debut |
| 🇲🇼 Malawi | CAF | 104 | WAFCON 2026 finalists · debut |
Debutants so far: Algeria and Malawi, both through the WAFCON 2026 route.
Qualified teams by confederation
| Confederation | Qualified so far |
|---|---|
| AFC (Asia) | 6 |
| UEFA (Europe) | 4 |
| CAF (Africa) | 4 |
| CONMEBOL (South America) | 3 (incl. hosts Brazil) |
| OFC (Oceania) | 1 |
| CONCACAF | 0 (Concacaf W Championship to come) |
Who is still to qualify?
The remaining 14 places go to the rest of the UEFA play-offs, the Concacaf W Championship and the inter-confederation play-off. Big names still on that road include USA (No. 2), England (No. 4), Sweden (No. 8), Canada (No. 9), the Netherlands (No. 11) and Norway (No. 13). For the full route and results, see our qualifiers tracker.
Defending champions and past winners
Spain won the 2023 tournament in Australia & New Zealand, beating England 1–0 in the Sydney final. They arrive in Brazil as world champions and FIFA's No. 1.
| Team | Titles | Years |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | 4 | 1991, 1999, 2015, 2019 |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 2 | 2003, 2007 |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | 1 | 1995 |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 1 | 2011 |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 | 2023 |
Brazil have never won the Women's World Cup. A home tournament with the opener and final at the Maracanã is their best chance yet.
Women's World Cup 2027 draw: what to expect
The final draw takes place on Friday 11 December 2026 at the Museum of Modern Art (MAM Rio) in Rio de Janeiro. Brazil are already placed in Group A as hosts. The draw sets all eight groups and the knockout paths, and FIFA then confirms kick-off times.
Until the draw, any groups you see online, including the ones in our simulator, are illustrative. We will update the simulator and the hub with the real groups on draw day.
Volunteers and tickets
FIFA has opened volunteer applications for roles across the eight host cities. See our volunteer guide for how to apply. Ticket phases are announced on FIFA's official site. Only buy through FIFA's official channels.
Women's World Cup 2027 tools on this site
| Tool | What it does |
|---|---|
| Women's World Cup 2027 hub | Dates, stadiums, qualified teams and FAQ in one place |
| Women's World Cup 2027 simulator | Play all 64 matches; title odds from the FIFA ranking |
| Simulator predictions & title odds | Who the model rates as favourites |
| Qualifiers tracker | Confederation routes and remaining slots |
Frequently asked questions
When does the Women's World Cup 2027 start?
On Thursday 24 June 2027, with Brazil playing the opening match at the Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro.
When is the Women's World Cup 2027 final?
Sunday 25 July 2027 at the Estádio do Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro.
Where is the Women's World Cup 2027?
In Brazil, across eight cities: Belo Horizonte, Brasília, Fortaleza, Porto Alegre, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and São Paulo.
How many teams are in the Women's World Cup 2027?
32 teams in 8 groups of four, playing 64 matches. The top two in each group reach the Round of 16.
How many teams have qualified for the 2027 Women's World Cup?
18 of 32 as of October 2026. The other 14 come from the UEFA play-offs, the Concacaf W Championship and the inter-confederation play-off.
Who are the Women's World Cup holders?
Spain, who won the 2023 edition in Australia & New Zealand.
When is the Women's World Cup 2027 draw?
Friday 11 December 2026 at the Museum of Modern Art (MAM Rio) in Rio de Janeiro.
Is this the first Women's World Cup in South America?
Yes. Brazil 2027 is the tenth Women's World Cup and the first ever played in South America.