The United Kingdom has put forward a joint bid to host the 2035 Women’s World Cup. Manchester United’s proposed New Old Trafford is among the 22 stadiums included in this ambitious proposal. Organisers confirmed the bid details on Friday.
Old Trafford was not selected for the 2028 men’s European Championship. Its redevelopment plans are also still in the early stages. However, the stadium will still be considered for the 2035 Women’s World Cup. This applies even if construction has not begun, using its current structure.
This joint bid originates from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It currently faces no rival proposals, which could streamline its approval process. FIFA may officially greenlight the bid at a congress scheduled for 2026.
Other significant venues in the bid include Birmingham City’s planned new stadium. Wembley Stadium is also on the list, and many expect it to host the final match. If this bid is successful, the 2035 tournament would mark only the second World Cup held in the United Kingdom. England previously hosted the men’s tournament way back in 1966.
In total, 22 stadiums have been confirmed for the bid. Sixteen of these venues are located in England. Wales contributes three stadiums, Scotland two, and Northern Ireland one.
Confirmed Stadiums for the UK’s 2035 Bid
Windsor Park, Belfast
Sports Quarter Stadium, Birmingham
Villa Park, Birmingham
American Express Stadium, Brighton & Hove
Ashton Gate, Bristol
Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff
Principality Stadium, Cardiff
Easter Road, Edinburgh
Hampden Park, Glasgow
Elland Road, Leeds
Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool
Chelsea Stadium, London
Emirates Stadium, London
Selhurst Park, London
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London
Wembley Stadium, London
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
St James’ Park, Newcastle
City Ground, Nottingham
Stadium of Light, Sunderland
Old Trafford, Trafford
Stok Cae Ras, Wrexham
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