The Countdown To The FIFA Women's World Cup 2023
The FIFA Women's World Cup is the biggest stage for women's soccer, and the 9th edition of the tournament is set to take place in Australia and New Zealand in 2023. The competition will feature 32 teams from around the world, including the reigning champions, the United States. With only a few weeks until kickoff, here's what you need to know about the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup:
Dates and Venues
The tournament will be held from July 20 to August 20, 2023, with matches played in nine cities across Australia and New Zealand. The final will take place at the Stadium Australia in Sydney.
Format
The tournament will feature 32 teams, divided into eight groups of four. The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage, which will feature single-elimination matches until the final.
Favorites
The United States has won the tournament a record four times and will be among the favorites to win again in 2023. Other strong contenders include Germany, France, and England.
Players to Watch
The FIFA Women's World Cup always produces breakout stars, and the 2023 tournament will be no exception. Look out for rising stars such as Catarina Macario (United States), Lauren Hemp (England), and Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria), as well as established stars like Megan Rapinoe (United States), Sam Kerr (Australia), and Lucy Bronze (England).
Impact
The FIFA Women's World Cup has the potential to be a game-changer for women's soccer, both on and off the pitch. The tournament provides a platform for female athletes to showcase their talents and inspires a new generation of girls to take up the sport. It also helps to raise the profile of women's soccer around the world and encourages investment in the sport.
Legacy
The impact of the tournament is not limited to the four weeks of competition. Host countries have the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy by investing in infrastructure and programs to support women's soccer. The 2023 tournament will be the first FIFA Women's World Cup to be hosted by two countries, providing an opportunity for Australia and New Zealand to work together to leave a lasting legacy for women's soccer in the region.
The FIFA Women's World Cup is an event that captures the attention of soccer fans around the world and provides a platform for female athletes to showcase their talents. The 2023 tournament in Australia and New Zealand promises to be an exciting and historic event, with 32 teams from around the world competing for the title of world champions. As the countdown to kickoff begins, fans can look forward to seeing some of the world's best players in action and watching the next generation of female soccer stars emerge. The impact of the tournament goes beyond the four weeks of competition and has the potential to inspire a new generation of girls to take up the sport and leave a lasting legacy for women's soccer.
Learn more about some predictions we made in our latest conversation in the video here.
