The 2027 Women’s World Cup schedule is set to run from June 24 to July 25, 2027, when Brazil hosts the tournament for the first time in South America. FIFA has confirmed the dates, the eight host cities, and the 32-team format, while the full match schedule and bracket follow the group-stage draw. This page tracks the confirmed 2027 Women’s World Cup schedule, host cities, and format, and it will be updated with fixtures and a printable bracket as they are announced.
2027 Women’s World Cup Schedule: Quick Facts
Last updated: July 8, 2026
- Dates: June 24 to July 25, 2027
- Host: Brazil (first Women’s World Cup in South America)
- Format: 32 teams, 64 matches, eight groups of four
- Host cities: 8 (Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Belo Horizonte, Brasilia, Salvador, Fortaleza, Recife, Porto Alegre)
- Final: Sunday, July 25, 2027
- Already qualified: Brazil (host)
2027 Women’s World Cup Schedule: Key Dates and Format
The tournament opens on Thursday, June 24, 2027 and ends with the final on Sunday, July 25, 2027. The 32 teams are drawn into eight groups of four for the first round. The top two from each group reach the round of 16, and the knockout bracket then runs through the quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final. Exact kickoff times and fixtures are confirmed after the draw.
2027 Women’s World Cup Host Cities and Stadiums
Eight Brazilian cities will stage matches, from the Maracana in Rio de Janeiro to Arena Itaquera in Sao Paulo. The confirmed host cities and stadiums are below.
| Host City | Stadium |
|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | Estádio do Maracanã |
| São Paulo | Arena Itaquera |
| Belo Horizonte | Estádio Mineirão |
| Brasília | Estádio Nacional |
| Salvador | Arena Fonte Nova |
| Fortaleza | Arena Castelão |
| Recife | Arena de Pernambuco |
| Porto Alegre | Estádio Beira-Rio |
Which Teams Have Qualified for 2027?
Brazil are in automatically as hosts. The remaining 31 places are decided through confederation qualifying, with slots allocated as follows: 11 for UEFA (Europe), 6 for AFC (Asia), 4 each for CAF (Africa), Concacaf (North and Central America), and CONMEBOL (South America), and 1 for OFC (Oceania), plus additional places through intercontinental play-offs. We will add qualified teams to this page as each region confirms its entrants.
2027 Women’s World Cup Bracket
After the group stage, 16 teams advance to a single-elimination knockout bracket: round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final in Brazil on July 25, 2027. Once the draw is made, you will be able to follow the full bracket here, and you can already grab blank templates from our printable brackets hub to fill in your own predictions.
2027 Women’s World Cup Schedule: Frequently Asked Questions
When is the 2027 Women’s World Cup?
The 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup runs from Thursday, June 24 to Sunday, July 25, 2027, in Brazil. It is the first Women’s World Cup held in South America.
Where is the 2027 Women’s World Cup being held?
Brazil hosts the tournament across eight cities: Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Belo Horizonte, Brasilia, Salvador, Fortaleza, Recife, and Porto Alegre. The final is set for Sunday, July 25, 2027.
How many teams play in the 2027 Women’s World Cup?
The 2027 Women’s World Cup features 32 teams and 64 matches. Teams are split into eight groups of four, with the top two in each group advancing to the round of 16 and the knockout bracket.
Has Brazil qualified for the 2027 Women’s World Cup?
Yes. As hosts, Brazil qualify automatically, taking one of CONMEBOL’s slots. The other 31 places are decided through confederation qualifying: 11 for UEFA, 6 for AFC, 4 each for CAF, Concacaf, and CONMEBOL, 1 for OFC, plus intercontinental play-off spots.
When will the full 2027 Women’s World Cup schedule and bracket be released?
FIFA has confirmed the dates, host cities, and format, but the full match schedule and bracket are set after the group-stage draw. We will update this page with fixtures, kickoff times, and a printable bracket as they are announced.
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Source: FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027.
