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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

UK-wide bid to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035™

01 December 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Stephanie Peacock Lab Barnsley South

Culture, Media & SportWomen & Equalities

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At a glance

Key points

  • UK Government has submitted a joint bid with all Home Nations to host the FIFA Women's World Cup 2035.
  • The bid aims to highlight the UK as a leader in women's and girls' sport through substantial investment and policy reforms.
  • FIFA Congress is scheduled to make a decision on the 2035 tournament hosts in April 2026.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the UK's bid to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035™.

Action requested

The Government has submitted a joint bid with support from all Home Nations and is committed to showcasing the UK as a leader in women’s and girls’ sport through significant investment and policy changes. A decision by FIFA Congress on the hosts for the 2035 tournament is expected in April 2026.

Key facts

  • The UK is the sole bidder to host the FIFA Women's World Cup 2035™.
  • Four Home Nations Football Associations submitted their joint bid on 28 November 2025.
  • The decision by FIFA Congress on hosts for the 2035 tournament is expected in April 2026.
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