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US Cities Withdraw from 2031 Women's World Cup Hosting
Chicago and Pittsburgh decline to enter bidding amid FIFA concerns
Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:06pm
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The complex bidding process for the 2031 Women's World Cup has led some US cities to withdraw, creating uncertainty around the tournament's future host locations.Today in PittsburghSeveral potential host cities in the United States have decided not to enter the bidding process for the 2031 Women's World Cup, citing concerns over FIFA's hosting requirements and a desire to focus on other major sporting events like the men's Rugby World Cup.
Why it matters
The Women's World Cup is one of the biggest international sporting events, and host cities can see significant economic and tourism benefits. However, some US cities feel the FIFA hosting demands are too onerous, potentially leading to a smaller pool of viable host candidates for the 2031 tournament.
The details
Chicago and Pittsburgh are two major US cities that have opted not to enter the running to host 2031 Women's World Cup games. Reports indicate the bidding process and approval from government officials have faced delays, leading some cities to prioritize other events like the men's Rugby World Cup instead.
- The 2031 Women's World Cup bidding process is currently underway.
- Chicago and Pittsburgh have both declined to submit bids to host games.
The players
FIFA
The international governing body for association football, which oversees the Women's World Cup tournament.
Chicago
A major US city that has opted not to bid for 2031 Women's World Cup hosting duties.
Pittsburgh
Another US city that has declined to enter the running to host 2031 Women's World Cup games.
What’s next
The 2031 Women's World Cup host selection process is ongoing, with FIFA expected to announce the final host cities in the coming months.
The takeaway
The withdrawal of several prominent US cities from the 2031 Women's World Cup hosting race highlights the challenges FIFA faces in securing viable host locations, potentially impacting the tournament's reach and profile.
