- FIFA confirms Women's Club World Cup for January-February 2026.
- 16 teams will compete in the tournament, held every four years.
- The Women's Club World Cup marks a significant step forward for women's football.
FIFA has officially confirmed that the inaugural Women’s Club World Cup will take place in January and February 2026. This groundbreaking tournament will bring together 16 teams from around the world to compete for the coveted title.
According to FIFA, the Women’s Club World Cup will be held every four years, aligning with the domestic season for European leagues. The tournament will be strategically placed between the Women’s Champions League group stages and the knockout rounds, ensuring a thrilling and intense competition.
The announcement was made at the FIFA congress in Bangkok, where the plans for the global women’s club competition were first unveiled in December 2022. The confirmation marks a significant milestone in FIFA’s commitment to promoting and developing women’s football worldwide.
Barcelona, the current European champions, NY Gotham FC, the reigning NWSL champions, and Brazilian side Corinthians, the holders of the Copa Libertadores Femenina, are just a few of the top teams that will be vying for the coveted title.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed his enthusiasm for the new Women’s calendar, stating, “The women’s international match calendar and the subsequent amendments to our regulations represent an important milestone in our pledge to take the women’s game to the next level by enhancing competitiveness across the world.”
The new international match calendar, approved by the congress, aims to regulate women’s football and provide a more structured and competitive environment for teams to thrive. The calendar will come into effect from 2026 to 2029, paving the way for the Women’s Club World Cup and other exciting competitions.
While the dates for the tournament have been confirmed, the qualification process and host country remain unknown. FIFA will likely announce further details in the coming months, building anticipation and excitement among fans and teams alike.
In the meantime, the FIFA congress will shift its focus to voting for the host of the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Brazil is up against a joint bid from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, making for a thrilling contest.
The introduction of the Women’s Club World Cup marks a significant step forward for women’s football, offering a platform for top teams to compete and inspire a new generation of players and fans.
As the countdown begins, teams and fans alike are eagerly awaiting the inaugural Women’s Club World Cup, set to make history in January and February 2026.
