# FIFA Advances Joint Bids for 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cups FIFA confirms two multi-nation bids meet requirements for upcoming Women's World Cup tournaments. - **Source:** [El Economista MX](https://www.eleconomista.com.mx) - **Published:** 2026-11-11 - **Topic:** [sports](https://brifing.si/c/sports) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/35761e23-a0ee-4790-9524-b0bc709d7562 ## Formal Bid Approval Process FIFA has officially approved two joint bids for the 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cups. These proposals successfully met the organization's minimum requirements for hosting. The bids will now proceed to the Extraordinary FIFA Congress scheduled for November 23, where final decisions regarding the host nations will be formally addressed. ## 2031 North American Proposal The 2031 bid features a unique collaboration between the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica. This proposal includes 20 stadiums across 20 host cities. Evaluators awarded the bid a global score of 4.4 out of 5, reflecting the extensive infrastructure and logistical planning provided by the four participating nations. ## 2035 British Isles Proposal For the 2035 tournament, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales submitted a joint bid. Their plan outlines the use of 19 stadiums located in 15 different host cities. The proposal received a global score of 4.3 out of 5, confirming it meets the necessary standards for hosting the international event. ## Expanded Tournament Format The 2031 edition marks a significant shift as it will feature 48 national teams for the first time. This expansion aims to increase global participation. The 2035 tournament will maintain this same format, ensuring consistency in the structure of the competition as it moves forward under the proposed joint hosting model. ## Competition Structure Details Both tournaments will utilize a structure consisting of 12 groups, with each group containing four teams. Following the group stage, a knockout phase will commence with 32 teams advancing to the second round. This format is designed to accommodate the increased number of participants while maintaining a competitive tournament progression. ## Upcoming FIFA Congress Role The Extraordinary FIFA Congress on November 23 serves as the critical next step for these bids. While the proposals have met technical requirements, the final selection rests with the Congress. This gathering of member associations will determine if these joint hosting plans are officially ratified for the respective tournament years. ## Context of Women's Football The move toward joint hosting reflects a broader trend in international sports to distribute the logistical and financial burden of large-scale events. By involving multiple nations, host countries can leverage existing infrastructure across borders. This strategy allows for broader regional engagement and potentially reduces the need for new stadium construction. ## Future Tournament Timeline Before these future events occur, the next Women's World Cup is scheduled to take place in Brazil. That tournament will run from June 24 to July 25, 2027. FIFA continues to focus on these upcoming cycles to ensure the growth and stability of the women's game on a global scale. ## Sources covering this story - [El Economista MX — FIFA Approves Joint Bids for 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cups](https://www.eleconomista.com.mx/deportes/fifa-da-luz-verde-candidatura-conjunta-eu-mexico-costa-rica-jamaica-mundial-femenino-20261111-843407.html) - [RTL Nieuws — FIFA Approves Joint Bids for 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cups](https://www.rtl.nl/nieuws/sport/artikel/5664601/fifa-keurt-gezamenlijke-kandidaturen-wks-2031-en-2035-goed) - [CNA – Latest — FIFA Approves Joint Bids for 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cups](https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/fifa-clears-joint-bids-2031-and-2035-womens-world-cups-6543671) - [Olé — 2027 Women's World Cup Draw Rules and Argentina's Path](https://www.ole.com.ar/futbol-femenino/mundial-femenino-sorteo-seleccion-argentina-sorteo-brasi-2027_0_e5JuqjFZtf.html) - [Source — FIFA Evaluates Bids for 2031 and 2035 Women’s World Cup](https://sportstar.thehindu.com/football/womens-football/fifa-womens-world-cup-2031-2035-host-venues-proposals-reports/article71692185.ece) - [Japan Today — FIFA Evaluates Bids for 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cup](https://japantoday.com/category/sports/fifa-releases-evaluation-reports-for-the-2031-and-2035-women%27s-world-cup) - [ESPN FC — US and UK Women's World Cup Bids Advance to FIFA Vote](https://www.espn.co.uk/football/story/_/id/50456267/usa-uk-womens-world-cup-bids-cleared-fifa-vote) - [Asharq Al-Awsat English — FIFA Evaluates Bids for 2031 and 2035 Women's World Cups](https://english.aawsat.com/node/5340408) --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._