The countdown to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup has officially begun. Exactly two years from next month, we’ll witness 32 nations contesting for the prestigious title from June 24 to July 25, 2027, with Brazil doing the honors as the host this time. Though there’s still plenty of time before the kickoff of the tournament’s tenth edition, it seems the stakeholders and organizers aren’t wasting a single minute, as FIFA has already made a major announcement.

President Gianni Infantino officially confirmed all the venues where teams will be competing. The announcement was made earlier today, with celebrities and prominent figures from sports, entertainment, and public life across various Brazilian states in attendance at the specially organized event. As FIFA notes, in the first-ever Women’s World Cup to be held in South America, all the host cities “truly reflect the diversity of Brazil.”

The list includes Belo Horizonte (Estádio Mineirão), Brasília (Estádio Nacional), Fortaleza (Arena Castelão), Porto Alegre (Estádio Beira-Rio), Recife (Arena de Pernambuco), Rio de Janeiro (Estádio do Maracanã), Salvador (Arena Fonte Nova) and São Paulo (Arena Itaquera). While you may not be familiar with the names of these stadiums, rest assured that their splendor and state-of-the-art design will undoubtedly create a spectacular atmosphere.

Even Gianni Infantino personally assured fans of this. “From samba to frevo, from stunning beaches to cosmopolitan cities, the world will experience the energy, colour, and warmth that only Brazil can offer,” said the FIFA President during the event. “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.”

Notably, all eight of these cities were selected from a total pool of 12, with the entire process having begun on August 2024. Those that didn’t make the cut included Belém, Cuiabá, Manaus, and Natal. Infantino expressed his gratitude to the unlucky four for participating in the competitive selection process. In fact, he insisted that FIFA won’t overlook their passion and assured that meaningful ways will be found to make these left-out cities part of this ‘historic event.’

“An exciting and unforgettable journey awaits and as women’s football unites for the first time in South America thanks to beautiful Brazil, I am eager to work together with all the cities to make this a memorable experience that leaves a lasting, positive impact,” Infantino also wrote in an Instagram post while sharing the exciting news.

All the selected cities will now begin with their journey as hosts, with FIFA experts personally coming to conduct the operational planning phase. Likewise, FIFA also identified the release of the match schedule and the official brand launch as their next steps. This is indeed quite an exciting development for the next Women’s World Cup. Speaking of which, let’s dive deeper to know more about the venues.

Everything about the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup venues

Belo Horizonte – Estádio Mineirão

The city boasts a population of over 2.3 million. As for the venue, Estádio Mineirão is a 60,000-seater stadium that is surrounded by mountains. It is also known for its rich history of hosting major international matches.

Brasília – Estádio Nacional

The 3 million populated city should be proud to have a state-of-the-art stadium like Estádio Nacional. Knowing for its iconic architectural specs and with a capacity of more than 72,000, one can expect a buzzing atmosphere.

Fortaleza – Arena Castelão

Imagine coming to watch a game while also having the luxury of enjoying beaches. Then consider the 2.7 million populated Fortaleza as your perfect destination. Besides enjoying the city’s scenic landscapes and carnival spirit, the 57,000+ capacity Arena Castelão will offer you an experience like never before.

Porto Alegre – Estádio Beira-Rio

Perhaps the least populated among the host cities, with just over 1.3 million residents, we’d still warn you not to take their venue lightly. Blending South American roots with a unique European influence, the 50,000+ capacity Estádio Beira-Rio is truly a force to be reckoned with.

Recife – Arena de Pernambuco

With a population of over 1.6 million, this northeastern capital might leave fans in awe of its passion for the beautiful game. In fact, there’s an added bonus: stunning views with an Atlantic backdrop. And with a capacity of just under 45,440, the Arena de Pernambuco certainly won’t disappoint.

Rio de Janeiro – Estádio do Maracanã

Now this is a place we reckon should be on everyone’s getaway list. Beyond exploring one of the ever-iconic Seven Wonders of the Modern World—Christ the Redeemer—foreign fans will undoubtedly fall in love with the unmatched energy of this city of 6.2 million. And of course, the legendary Estádio do Maracanã, with a capacity of 78,838 and a history rich with iconic football moments, is bound to leave you ecstatic.

Salvador – Arena Fonte Nova

This city of 2.4 million boasts a vibrant Afro-Brazilian culture and is known for its unique carnivals. So it’s only natural that its revered venue, Arena Fonte Nova—with a maximum capacity of 47,915—will definitely offer a thrilling atmosphere.

São Paulo – Arena Itaquera

Last but not least is, of course, the capital city of Brazil. With a dense population of over 11.4 million, we won’t be surprised to see some of the best matches of the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup being conducted in São Paulo. And what better venue stands than Arena Itaquera? With a modest capacity of close to 50,000, this place is more than just about being a vibrant hotspot of the beautiful game.

After knowing each of the host cities and venues for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, our excitement has truly doubled. For now, all that fans can do is wait for the iconic tournament to arrive and watch their favorite sides battle it out for the prestigious trophy!