
Hosting the Maracanã for the opening and final matches of the World Cup
FIFA has announced that the 2027 Women's World Cup will kick off at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, with Brazil playing its opening match on 24 June 2027.
Hosting the Maracanã for the opening and final matches of the World Cup
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Background
Marta, considered one of the greatest women's footballers in history, will play a pivotal role in leading the Brazilian national team through the tournament. With her in the squad, many expect the Brazilian national team to make a major impact in the tournament, boosting fans' hopes of success on home soil.
Why is this important?
The Maracana Stadium's hosting of the opening and final matches of the 2027 Women's World Cup reflects Brazil's position in the world of women's football. This event is a great opportunity for the Brazilian national team, led by the famous football star Marta, to show its strength in front of the local fans and promote the culture of women's football in the country.
Key points
- Hosting the Maracanã for the opening and final matches of the World Cup.
- FIFA has announced that the 2027 Women's World Cup will kick off at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, with Brazil playing its opening match on 24 June 2027.
- Maracana to host 2027 Women’s World Cup opener and final - The Athletic.
The Brazilian national team will tour three of the country's largest cities during the group stage. After their opening match at the Maracanã, the team will travel to São Paulo to play their second match at Arena Itaquera on June 29, and will face their rival in their final group match at the Mané Garrincha National Stadium in Brasilia on July 4.
Interestingly, Belo Horizonte will not be on Brazil's schedule during the group stage. Although Mineirão Stadium is one of eight venues chosen to host the tournament, the host team will not be visiting the city at this stage. This stadium is still associated with one of the worst moments in the history of Brazilian football, the brutal 7-1 defeat of the national team by Germany in the semi-finals of the 2014 World Cup. This defeat was so painful that “7-1” became a symbol of sudden disaster in Brazilian culture.

If the Brazilian team manages to top its group, it will play the round of 16 match in Fortaleza before heading to Belo Horizonte to play the quarter-final match. If it ends up in second place, Belo Horizonte Stadium will host its round of 16 match.
The eight host cities include Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Belo Horizonte, Brasilia, Fortaleza, Porto Alegre, Recife and Salvador. Each city will host at least seven matches, including at least one in the knockout stage, ensuring the tournament is spread across Brazil rather than concentrating the final stages in Rio and São Paulo. Arena Itaquera will see the largest number of matches, hosting 10 matches, including a semi-final and a third-place match.
This tournament will be the first Women's World Cup to be held in South America, and the second to feature 32 teams after this expanded format was introduced in Australia and New Zealand in 2023. So far, 17 countries, plus host Brazil, have qualified to participate in the upcoming tournament: Australia, China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea, Philippines, Algeria, Cameroon, Malawi, Morocco, Argentina, Colombia, New Zealand, Denmark, France, Germany, and defending champion Spain. Big powers such as the United States and England are also expected to book their places later in the qualifying cycle.
It is noteworthy that Brazil has been present in all Women's World Cup tournaments since 1991, but it has never won it, as its best result was runner-up in 2007 when it lost to Germany 2-0 in the final match.
What's next?
After the opening match, the Brazilian national team will play two more matches in the group stage, which will greatly influence the course of the tournament. If Brazil can achieve positive results, it will enhance their chances of progressing to the advanced stages, which will have a major impact on their season in the Women's World Cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the opening match of the 2027 Women's World Cup be held?
The opening match will be held on June 24, 2027.
Where will the 2027 Women's World Cup final be held?
The final will be played at the Maracanã on July 25, 2027.
In which cities will the Brazilian national team play during the group stage?
The Brazilian national team will play in Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and Brasilia.
If Brazil tops its group, where will it play the Round of 16 match?
The Brazilian national team will play its round of 16 match in Fortaleza.
Will Brazil play in Belo Horizonte during the group stage?
No, Belo Horizonte will not be on Brazil's schedule during the group stage.
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