Perspective: Why FIFA should look past U.S.-Mexico bid to host 2027 women’s World Cup
Mexico’s developmental gains over the past five years are notable, and with the country offering its top venues, soccer history and economic support, the bid gains strength.
Neither South America nor Africa has staged the women’s World Cup. North America has had it three times, including the United States twice, and Europe has hosted three. Asia won the rights twice. Australia and New Zealand will co-host this summer. That the Brazilian national team has not won a World Cup or Olympic title — and continues to battle with its federation over structural shortcomings — exposes how far behind the women’s game is, even in a large country with financial resources and an unbridled love for the game.Advertisement
Brazil, which hosted the men’s World Cup in 2014, would need to assure FIFA of its commitment to the sport at large. FIFA has finally taken steps to grow women’s soccer. Winnings have increased, though they still are far behind the men’s prizes. World Cup expansion, from 12 in 1995 to 32 this year, has allowed players and teams from smaller countries to dream about qualifying.lay bare the enormous gap between new and established programs. But they also demonstrate to federations the level of investment needed to become successful.
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