London, Nov 28 (NationPress) The Football Association (FA), alongside the Irish FA, Scottish FA, and FA of Wales, has formally presented a collaborative bid to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035. If successful, this tournament would mark the largest single-sport event ever held in the UK, being the first FIFA World Cup in the nation since 1966.

Featuring a total of 22 proposed stadiums—16 located in England, three in Wales, two in Scotland, and one in Northern Ireland—across 16 host cities, the event promises unparalleled accessibility, with 63 million people living within two hours of a venue.

This tournament is set to be a momentous occasion uniting communities while inviting the world to partake. With a forecast of 4.5 million tickets sold and an anticipated global television audience of 3.5 billion, the event is poised to engage fans both locally and worldwide.

Underpinning the bid is a strong vision encapsulated in the motto ‘All Together’, which aims to empower women’s football and sports on a global scale.

A joint statement from the CEOs of The FA, Irish FA, Scottish FA, and FA of Wales expressed, “Hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup would be a tremendous honor for our four home nations. If successful, the 2035 tournament will stand as the largest single-sport event on UK soil, with 4.5 million tickets available for fans.

“We take pride in the advancements we've made in recent years in women’s and girls’ football, yet there remains much room for growth. This event will be crucial in driving that development. By collaborating with FIFA, a Women’s World Cup in the UK can significantly enhance the women’s and girls’ game both nationally and globally. Our bid also signifies our commitment to creating a lasting legacy leading up to 2035 and beyond.

“Together, we wish to welcome the world to the UK for an unforgettable tournament.”

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer commented, “Our bid to host the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup illustrates the UK's passion for football.

“The Lionesses’ achievements have motivated girls throughout our nation, and we will build on that energy by inviting millions of football fans from all over the globe to a tournament that will benefit local communities and businesses across the UK.

“Through significant investments in school sports and grassroots facilities via our Plan for Change, we are creating opportunities for girls to compete for their national team.”

The 22 proposed stadiums combine historical significance with modern innovation and operational excellence, ready to offer outstanding FIFA-compliant facilities. The 16 host cities are equipped with extensive infrastructure, sufficient accommodation, efficient transportation, and rich culture.

The tournament will comprise 104 matches featuring 48 teams over a span of 39 days, with 48 team base camp training sites, 82 venue-specific training sites, and 32 FIFA Fan Festival locations anticipated.