Record number of countries bid to host Women’s World Cup 2023

    Nine countries have told Fifa they want to host the 2023 Women’s World Cup, a record number of bids for the tournament.

    Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa have formally declared their interest.

    A joint bid for the tournament could also be made by North and South Korea.

    Each Football Association had until 16 April this year to submit its bidding registration.

    England will host the next Women's European Championship in 2021, having been the only bidder.

    The 2019 World Cup takes place in France between 7 June and 7 July.

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