FIFA Postpones Inaugural Women’s Club World Cup to 2027

However, with less than a year until the proposed start date, key details such as host locations, format, and qualification criteria have yet to be confirmed. As a result, FIFA will move forward with a smaller version of the tournament in 2026, involving 4-6 teams.

This interim tournament will occur every four years, between the major editions.

FIFA’s Chief of Women’s Football, Sarai Bareman, stated in Sydney, “We are well into the planning for a new Club World Cup. It’s a crucial step forward for women’s football. We need to ensure that between World Cups, the club game continues to capture the interest we see during the World Cups. A Club World Cup is a great way to maintain momentum for the leagues and clubs.”

FIFA President Gianni Infantino had previously stressed the importance of creating a global platform for women’s club football, similar to the men’s Club World Cup. Although the full launch is delayed, FIFA plans to take a gradual approach to build a solid foundation for the Women’s Club World Cup.