Rabat Chosen to Host Women's World Cup 2027 Preliminary Tournament
The vibrant city of Rabat, Morocco, has been officially selected to host the preliminary round of the 2027 Women's World Cup playoff tournament, as confirmed by FIFA on October 20, 2026. This exciting event will feature six national teams representing various continents, showcasing the global reach and growing popularity of women's football.
Scheduled to take place from November 28 to December 5, 2026, the tournament will be held at the prestigious Mohammed VI Football Complex, a venue currently hosting the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. This new competition aims to determine which two teams will qualify for the final playoff stage set for February 2027. The participating teams include South Africa, Chinese Taipei, Ecuador, Ghana, Uzbekistan, and Papua New Guinea, all vying for a chance to compete on the world stage.
During the opening matchday, Uzbekistan will face Papua New Guinea, while Chinese Taipei will go head-to-head with South Africa, and Ghana will take on Ecuador. Each team will compete in three matches, with the top two teams in the overall standings securing their places in the final playoff round. This qualifying phase is crucial as it leads up to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, which will be hosted in Brazil, marking the first time this prestigious tournament will be held in South America.
The selection of Rabat as the host city not only highlights Morocco's commitment to promoting women's sports but also reflects the nation's growing influence in international football. The anticipation surrounding this event promises to bring significant attention to both the local football scene and the participating nations.
As reported by telquel.ma.
