With one year to go until the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 kicks off, celebrations have erupted across the host nation, marking the final countdown to the tournament scheduled from June 24 to July 25, 2027. This edition will be the first FIFA Women’s World Cup held in South America.
Teams and Draw Update
Fourteen teams, including host Brazil, have already secured their places at the global showpiece. The remaining berths will be decided through ongoing competitions, with the final draw set for later this year to determine group-stage battles.
Landmark Illuminations and Community Events
On the eve of the milestone, Rio de Janeiro’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue was illuminated with the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 brand and a “one year to go” message. Street-art murals were unveiled across all eight Host Cities – Belo Horizonte, Brasília, Fortaleza, Porto Alegre, Recife, Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, and São Paulo. Additional landmarks are set to be lit up this evening. Activities engaging fans and local communities are taking place nationwide, including a screening of a documentary about Brazilian pioneers of the women’s game for children in Brasília.
International Observance and FIFA Executive Comments
The occasion was also marked internationally. The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 executive team, currently in the United States for the FIFA Observer Programme to gain insight into operations at the FIFA World Cup 2026, gathered for a media networking opportunity at the FIFA Museum in Miami.
“Today marks one year until the first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup in South America kicks off,” said FIFA Chief Football Officer Jill Ellis. “In just 12 months’ time, all eyes will turn on Brazil as we deliver the greatest Women’s World Cup in history.”
Aline Pellegrino, FIFA27 Executive Director of Legacy & Stakeholder Affairs, added: “There will be 64 matches across eight Host Cities, and eight stadiums that will showcase the very best of women’s football. It promises to be an event of exceptional quality, with a mission to further elevate women’s football in the country and leave a true legacy across the continent. Women’s football is no longer a niche – it has become a global movement.”
Marta and Former Players Express Excitement
Brazilian legend Marta, the record goalscorer at FIFA’s flagship women’s tournament, shared her excitement in a video message. “When you step into the stadium and the anthem plays, that is the pinnacle,” she said. “It’s what we’ve always dreamed about: to see women’s football in Brazil and the stadiums full. I hope we continue to see that support and that the Brazilian people come with us on this journey.”
Former Brazil internationals Formiga and Cristiane also shared their excitement at the Miami event. “It will be a special moment for Brazil and for women’s football,” said Formiga. Cristiane added: “To see the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil is something players have dreamed about for many years. It’s an opportunity to inspire and help our sport grow and become firmly established in our country.”
Government and Ticket Information
Brazilian Minister of Sport Paulo Henrique Cordeiro emphasized the tournament’s broader impact: “This is a moment of pride for Brazil and a unique opportunity to strengthen women’s football across the country.” Information regarding tickets will soon be available at FIFA.com/tickets.
