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US to host inaugural FIFA Women’s Club World Cup 2028

By Drooid · Oct 23, 2026, 6:16 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

The United States will host the inaugural FIFA Women’s Club World Cup from Jan. 5-30, 2028.
FIFA’s Council approved $2.5 million preparation funds for each 2027 Women’s World Cup member association.
The 19-team tournament spans six confederations; UEFA gets six slots, AFC, CAF, CONCACAF, CONMEBOL three each, OFC one.
Qualified clubs include Arsenal, Club América, Barcelona, Gotham FC, Naegohyang, Corinthians and Wuhan Jiangda.

History

Historical Context

The first FIFA Women’s World Cup, staged in Guangdong, China from 16–30 November 1991, featured 12 national teams and drew 510,000 spectators, proving global demand for elite women’s football. That success convinced FIFA to invest in women’s club competition, leading to the 2028 Women’s Club World Cup, which the United States will host with 19 clubs from six confederations.

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Story summary

The United States will host the inaugural FIFA Women’s Club World Cup from Jan. 5-30, 2028.
FIFA’s Council approved $2.5 million preparation funds for each 2027 Women’s World Cup member association.
The 19-team tournament spans six confederations; UEFA gets six slots, AFC, CAF, CONCACAF, CONMEBOL three each, OFC one.
Qualified clubs include Arsenal, Club América, Barcelona, Gotham FC, Naegohyang, Corinthians and Wuhan Jiangda.

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