U.S.-led, UK Women's World Cup bids cleared for Nov. FIFA vote

FIFA has cleared two bids for the Women's World Cup after both met hosting requirements, with a vote scheduled at the Extraordinary FIFA Congress on November 23. The 2031 bid is a joint effort by the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica, featuring 20 proposed stadiums and expecting 4.5 million fans as the tournament expands to 48 teams. The 2035 bid is led by the four UK nations: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.