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THE UK is preparing to launch a joint bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup, but the Republic of Ireland will not be involved.
An announcement at Wednesday’s Fifa Council revealed the timeline for the bidding processes of the 2031 and 2035 tournaments and members of CAF and Uefa are invited to bid for the 2035 edition. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is backing the bid, adding that a World Cup in the UK would be a “monumental moment”.
“The Fifa Women’s World Cup 2035 on home turf would be another monumental moment in our sporting history, driving growth and leaving a lasting legacy. The FAs’ intention to bid has my government’s full support.”
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