FIFA president Gianni Infantino said the United States is poised to be named as host of the Women’s World Cup in 2031. USA Soccer later confirmed the news.

U.S. Soccer had previously expressed interest in hosting the 2027 Women's World Cup but announced last year a shift to the 2031 tournament. The initial bid included Mexico and CBS

More than a handful of major global sporting events will take place on United States soil over the course of the next decade.