Jacksonville, FL, November 29, 2025
The United States Soccer Federation, along with Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica, has officially submitted a joint bid to host the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The proposal includes 50 potential stadiums across the four nations, and FIFA is expected to confirm host nations on April 30, 2026. This unique collaboration aims to enhance global participation and capitalizes on existing venues from previous tournaments.
Jacksonville, FL
Joint Bid for the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup: A Collaborative Effort by Multiple Nations
The United States Soccer Federation, in collaboration with Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica, has submitted a joint bid to host the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup, proposing 50 potential stadiums across the four countries. This bid is the only submission for the 2031 tournament, with FIFA expected to confirm the host nations at its congress on April 30, 2026.
Proposed U.S. Venues
Among the 20 proposed venues, 14 are located in the United States. Seven of these are stadiums already slated to host matches during the 2026 Men’s World Cup:
- Arlington, Texas (AT&T Stadium)
- Atlanta, Georgia (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
- East Rutherford, New Jersey (MetLife Stadium)
- Houston, Texas (NRG Stadium)
- Inglewood, California (SoFi Stadium)
- Kansas City, Missouri (Arrowhead Stadium)
- Seattle, Washington (Lumen Field)
The remaining seven proposed U.S. venues are:
- Charlotte, North Carolina (Bank of America Stadium)
- Denver, Colorado (Empower Field at Mile High)
- Minneapolis, Minnesota (U.S. Bank Stadium)
- Nashville, Tennessee (Geodis Park)
- Orlando, Florida (Camping World Stadium)
- San Diego, California (Snapdragon Stadium)
- Washington, D.C. (Proposed NFL venue on the RFK Stadium site)
Additional Proposed Venues
Beyond the primary 20 venues, the bid includes additional U.S. cities as potential sites:
- Foxborough, Massachusetts (Gillette Stadium)
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Lincoln Financial Field)
- Santa Clara, California (Levi’s Stadium)
- Baltimore, Maryland (M&T Bank Stadium)
- Birmingham, Alabama (Protective Stadium)
- Carson, California (Dignity Health Sports Park)
- Cincinnati, Ohio (TQL Stadium)
- Cleveland, Ohio (Huntington Bank Stadium)
- Columbus, Ohio (Lower.com Field)
- Frisco, Texas (Toyota Stadium)
- Glendale, Arizona (State Farm Stadium)
- Harrison, New Jersey (Red Bull Arena)
- Los Angeles, California (Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum)
- Miami, Florida (Chase Center)
- Nashville, Tennessee (Nissan Stadium)
- New York, New York (Etihad Park)
- Orlando, Florida (Inter & Co Stadium)
- Pasadena, California (Rose Bowl)
- St. Louis, Missouri (Energizer Park)
- San Francisco, California (Oracle Park)
- Sandy, Utah (America First Field)
- Tampa, Florida (Raymond James Stadium)
Second-tier venues with lower capacities have also been identified in Houston (Shell Energy Stadium), Kansas City (Children’s Mercy Park), and Washington, D.C. (Audi Field). Additionally, Indianapolis is listed as a proposed stadium site.
International Venues
Mexico has proposed four venues: Mexico City (Estadio Azteca), Guadalajara (Estadio Akron), Monterrey (Estadio BBVA), and Torreón (Estadio Corona). Costa Rica and Jamaica have offered their national stadiums in San José and Kingston, respectively, as potential venues.
Economic Impact and Fan Engagement
The bid organizers anticipate that the 2031 Women’s World Cup will feature 48 teams, attract 4.5 million fans, and generate approximately $4 billion in revenue. Ticket prices are projected to range from $35 for early matches to $600 for the final. Organizers also plan to host fan festivals and watch parties in conjunction with the games, with revenue from marketing and sponsorships projected at $1.4 billion.
Next Steps
FIFA is expected to confirm the host nations for the 2031 Women’s World Cup at its congress on April 30, 2026. Final decisions on the venues will be made in the coming years, with organizers aiming to showcase regional diversity through widespread venue selection.
FAQ
Which U.S. cities are proposed to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup?
The United States Soccer Federation has proposed 14 U.S. cities to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup, including Arlington, Texas (AT&T Stadium); Atlanta, Georgia (Mercedes-Benz Stadium); East Rutherford, New Jersey (MetLife Stadium); Houston, Texas (NRG Stadium); Inglewood, California (SoFi Stadium); Kansas City, Missouri (Arrowhead Stadium); Seattle, Washington (Lumen Field); Charlotte, North Carolina (Bank of America Stadium); Denver, Colorado (Empower Field at Mile High); Minneapolis, Minnesota (U.S. Bank Stadium); Nashville, Tennessee (Geodis Park); Orlando, Florida (Camping World Stadium); San Diego, California (Snapdragon Stadium); and Washington, D.C. (Proposed NFL venue on the RFK Stadium site).
What are the proposed international venues for the 2031 Women’s World Cup?
Mexico has proposed four venues: Mexico City (Estadio Azteca), Guadalajara (Estadio Akron), Monterrey (Estadio BBVA), and Torreón (Estadio Corona). Costa Rica has offered its national stadium in San José and Jamaica in Kingston as potential venues.
When will FIFA confirm the host nations for the 2031 Women’s World Cup?
FIFA is expected to confirm the host nations for the 2031 Women’s World Cup at its congress on April 30, 2026.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Proposed U.S. Venues | 14 U.S. cities, including Arlington, Texas (AT&T Stadium); Atlanta, Georgia (Mercedes-Benz Stadium); East Rutherford, New Jersey (MetLife Stadium); Houston, Texas (NRG Stadium); Inglewood, California (SoFi Stadium); Kansas City, Missouri (Arrowhead Stadium); Seattle, Washington (Lumen Field); Charlotte, North Carolina (Bank of America Stadium); Denver, Colorado (Empower Field at Mile High); Minneapolis, Minnesota (U.S. Bank Stadium); Nashville, Tennessee (Geodis Park); Orlando, Florida (Camping World Stadium); San Diego, California (Snapdragon Stadium); and Washington, D.C. (Proposed NFL venue on the RFK Stadium site). |
| International Venues | Mexico: Mexico City (Estadio Azteca), Guadalajara (Estadio Akron), Monterrey (Estadio BBVA), and Torreón (Estadio Corona). Costa Rica: San José (National Stadium). Jamaica: Kingston (National Stadium). |
| Economic Impact | Projected to generate approximately $4 billion in revenue, with ticket prices ranging from $35 for early matches to $600 for the final. Organizers also plan to host fan festivals and watch parties, with revenue from marketing and sponsorships projected at $1.4 billion. |
| FIFA Confirmation | FIFA is expected to confirm the host nations for the 2031 Women’s World Cup at its congress on April 30, 2026. |
Now Happening on X
- @FHP_Notifier (November 29, 2025, 10:47 AM) Alert issued for a Silver Alert involving an endangered adult near 980 N Jefferson St and W 1st Street in Jacksonville, Duval County. View on X
- @FHP_Notifier (November 28, 2025, 5:09 PM) Fatality reported in a vehicle crash at 103rd St and Blanding Blvd in Jacksonville, with road blockage ongoing. View on X
- @FHP_Notifier (November 27, 2025, 11:29 PM) Vehicle crash with injuries and roadblock at 103rd St and Blanding Blvd in Jacksonville, causing significant traffic disruption. View on X
- @FHP_Notifier (November 28, 2025, 4:23 AM) Silver Alert for an endangered adult reported in Pasco County, with information disseminated in Jacksonville, Duval County. View on X
- @FHP_Notifier (November 26, 2025, 2:47 AM) Vehicle crash with roadblock on Buckman Bridge northbound I-295 in Jacksonville, fully blocking the roadway. View on X
- @FHP_Notifier (November 28, 2025, 12:09 AM) A vehicle crash with injuries and roadblock occurred at 103rd St and Blanding Blvd in Jacksonville, impacting local traffic. View on X
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
HERE Resources
Author: STAFF HERE JACKSONVILLE WRITER
The JACKSONVILLE STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HEREJacksonville.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Jacksonville, Duval County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, Riverside Arts Market, and World of Nations Celebration. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce and JAXUSA Partnership, plus leading businesses in logistics, healthcare, and entertainment that power the local economy such as CSX Corporation, Baptist Health, and VyStar Credit Union. As part of the broader HERE network, including HEREOrlando.com, HEREStPetersburg.com, HERETallahassee.com, and HERETampa.com, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Florida's dynamic landscape.
