The football federations of the United States, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica have announced a joint bid to host the 2031 Women’s World Cup. This development comes after FIFA President Gianni Infantino had earlier declared the US as the sole bidder for the expanded 48-team tournament. However, at a formal launch in New York, US officials revealed that the CONCACAF member countries will also stage games.

The US and Mexican football federations had previously withdrawn their joint bid to host the 2027 tournament, opting instead to focus on the 2031 event. The inclusion of Costa Rica and Jamaica in the bid has been welcomed by former US women’s national team striker Abby Wambach, who expressed excitement at the prospect of engaging with communities in these countries and inspiring the next generation of players.

US Soccer President Cindy Parlow Cone emphasized that the four countries have a unique opportunity to host the biggest and most impactful Women’s World Cup in history. The expanded tournament will feature a 12-group format, with the number of games increasing from 64 to 104, mirroring the 2026 men’s World Cup.

The joint bid promises a lasting legacy for women’s football across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, with the aim of setting a new global standard for the sport. Mexico Football Federation president Mikel Arriola highlighted the opportunity to consolidate the growth of the sport in the region and inspire a new generation of players and fans.

The joint bid will be submitted to FIFA next month, with formal approval expected at the governing body’s congress in April 2026. This development marks a significant step forward for women’s football, with the potential to leave a lasting impact on the sport globally. The 2031 Women’s World Cup is poised to be a landmark event, with the four host countries working together to deliver a tournaments that will showcase the best of women’s football.