Women's World Cup 2023
The ultimate guide to the 2023 Women’s Soccer World Cup
The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off July 20 with co-hosts New Zealand taking on Norway. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the tournament!
As the countdown begins for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, soccer fans worldwide eagerly anticipate one of the biggest events in the sports world. This year’s tournament will be the ninth edition of the World Cup and will be held jointly in Australia and New Zealand from July 20 to August 20, 2023, with the action building up to the final on Aug. 20 in Sydney.
At the heart of the tournament lies the passion and thrill that comes with the exciting game of soccer. The best female footballers worldwide will come together to compete for the coveted trophy. This ultimate guide will delve into everything you need to know about the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
When is the Women’s World Cup 2023?
The tournament runs from July 20 to August 20.
Where is the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup?
The Women’s World Cup 2023 will be played in the Southern Hemisphere, with co-hosts Australia and New Zealand. This will be the first-ever co-hosted Women’s World Cup to be held.
Who is playing in the opening match at the Women’s World Cup 2023?
The opening match is between New Zealand vs. Norway.
Who won the last Women’s World Cup?
The most recent World Cup, hosted by France in 2019 at Parc Olympique Lyonnais, was won by the United States, who beat the Netherlands 2–0 to win their second consecutive and fourth overall title.
Who are the favorites to win the Women’s World Cup 2023?
According to various sources, Brazil is the favorite to take home the trophy.
Who has qualified for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023?
In total, 32 countries have qualified for their place in the World Cup. The intercontinental qualification play-offs finished on the 23rd of February, with Haiti, Portugal, and Panama securing the last three spots. Below is a list of the teams participating in the tournament:
- Australia (co-host)
- New Zealand (co-host)
- China (AFC)
- Japan (AFC)
- Philippines (AFC)
- South Korea (AFC)
- Vietnam (AFC)
- Morocco (CAF)
- Nigeria (CAF)
- South Africa (CAF)
- Zambia (CAF)
- Canada (CONCACAF)
- Costa Rica (CONCACAF)
- Jamaica (CONCACAF)
- United States (CONCACAF)
- Argentina (CONMEBOL)
- Brazil (CONMEBOL)
- Colombia (CONMEBOL)
- Denmark (UEFA)
- England (UEFA)
- France (UEFA)
- Germany (UEFA)
- Italy (UEFA)
- Netherlands (UEFA)
- Norway (UEFA)
- Republic of Ireland (UEFA)
- Spain (UEFA)
- Sweden (UEFA)
- Switzerland (UEFA)
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 groups
Group A
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Philippines
- Switzerland
Group B
- Australia
- Canada
- Nigeria
- Republic of Ireland
Group C
- Costa Rica
- Japan
- Spain
- Zambia
Group D
- China
- Denmark
- England
- Haiti
Group E
- Netherlands
- Portugal
- United States
- Vietnam
Group F
- Brazil
- France
- Jamaica
- Panama
Group G
- Argentina
- Italy
- South Africa
- Sweden
Group H
- Colombia
- Germany
- South Korea
- Morocco
Venues at the 2023 Women’s World Cup
- Australia: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney (two venues)
- New Zealand: Auckland, Dunedin, Hamilton, Wellington
Let’s get more into detail about every one of those venues:
Venues in Australia
Sydney (Gadigal)
- Venue 1: Accor Stadium, also known as Stadium Australia
- Location: Edwin Flack Ave, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage, round of 16, quarterfinal, semifinal, final
- Venue 2: Allianz Stadium, also known as Sydney Football Stadium
- Location: Driver Avenue, Moore Park NSW 2021
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage, round of 16
Melbourne (Naarm)
- Venue 1: AAMI Park, also known as Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
- Location: Olympic Blvd, Melbourne VIC 3000
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage, round of 16
Brisbane (Meaanjin)
- Venue: Suncorp Stadium, also known as Brisbane Stadium or Lang Park
- Location: 40 Castlemaine St, Milton QLD 4064
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage, round of 16, quarterfinal, third-place game
Perth (Boorloo)
- Venue: HBF Park, also known as Perth Rectangular Stadium
- Location: 310 Pier St, Perth WA 6000
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage
Adelaide (Tarntanya)
- Venue: Coopers Stadium, also known as Hindmarsh Stadium
- Location: Holden St., Hindmarsh SA 5007
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage, round of 16
Venues in New Zealand
Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau)
- Venue: Eden Park
- Location: Reimers Avenue, Kingsland, Auckland 1024
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage, round of 16, quarterfinal, semifinal
Dunedin (Ōtepoti)
- Venue: Forsyth Barr Stadium, also known as Dunedin Stadium
- Location: 130 Anzac Avenue, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9058
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage
Wellington (Te Whanganui-a-Tara)
- Venue: Sky Stadium, also known as Wellington Regional Stadium
- Location: 105 Waterloo Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6140
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage, round of 16, quarterfinal
Hamilton (Kirikiriroa)
- Venue: FMG Stadium Waikato
- Location: 128 Seddon Road, Frankton, Hamilton 3204
- World Cup fixtures: Group stage
Where to watch FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023?
In the U.S., Fox will be airing all games for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup on its main channel and Fox Sports. Telemundo will also be offering Spanish-language coverage.