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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade

FIFA selects Maracana Stadium to host 2027 Women's World Cup opening match and final

FIFA has designated the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro as the venue for both the opening match and the final of the 2027 Women's World Cup. Brazil will host the 32-team tournament across eight cities, with the opening game scheduled for June 24 and the final for July 25.

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Why It Matters

The selection of the Maracana Stadium establishes the primary venues for a major international sporting event that will impact travel, tourism, and infrastructure in eight Brazilian cities.

Key Facts

  • FIFA announced the Maracana Stadium will host the opening match and final of the 2027 Women's World Cup.
  • The tournament will feature 32 teams playing across eight Brazilian cities.
  • The opening match is scheduled for June 24.
  • The final match is scheduled for July 25.
  • Brazil will play in the opening match against an opponent yet to be determined.
  • The Maracana Stadium has a seating capacity of 73,000.
  • Brazil is the first South American nation to host the Women's World Cup.
  • The Maracana previously hosted the 1950 and 2014 men's World Cup finals.
  • Matches will also be held in Sao Paulo and Brasilia during the group phase.

Who's Mentioned

locationMaracana Stadium“The venue selected for the opening and final matches.”locationBrazil“The host nation for the 2027 Women's World Cup.”organizationFIFA“The governing body that announced the tournament venues.”other73,000“Seating capacity of the Maracana Stadium.”other32“Number of teams competing in the tournament.”