{"id":6347,"date":"2025-12-12T23:25:29","date_gmt":"2025-12-12T22:25:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pillartoday.ng\/?p=6347"},"modified":"2025-12-13T05:12:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-13T04:12:04","slug":"arsenal-brentford-stadia-to-stage-inaugural-fifa-womens-champions-cup-fifa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"pillartoday.com.ng\/?p=6347","title":{"rendered":"Arsenal, Brentford Stadia to Stage Inaugural FIFA Women\u2019s Champions Cup – FIFA"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Dianabasi Effiong<\/strong><\/p>\n

Arsenal Stadium and Brentford Stadium will provide the backdrop for a landmark moment in women\u2019s club football, with the two iconic London venues confirmed to stage the decisive showdown of the inaugural FIFA Women\u2019s Champions Cup™ from Wednesday, 28 Jan.28 to Sunday, Feb.1.<\/p>\n

For the first time ever, continental champions from across the globe will collide in a brand-new competition where every match matters and the stakes could not be higher.<\/p>\n

Across four unmissable games \u2014 semi-finals, a third-place play-off and the final \u2014 the battle for intercontinental supremacy will unfold in London, with one club set to etch its name into the history books as the first women\u2019s intercontinental club champions.<\/p>\n

\u201cLondon has emerged as a global hotspot for women\u2019s football. The unwavering passion of the fans, the substantial investment in the sport and the remarkable success of England\u2019s\u00a0Lionesses\u00a0have fostered an environment in which the women\u2019s game is thriving more than ever before,\u201d said Jill Ellis, FIFA\u2019s Chief Football Officer.<\/p>\n

\u201cHosting the final phase of the FIFA Women\u2019s Champions Cup in this vibrant city is a testament to its exceptional standing in the world of women\u2019s football. We\u2019re thrilled to present this groundbreaking global women\u2019s club competition at two incredible venues. I can\u2019t wait to witness who will make history by becoming the first team to be crowned the world\u2019s best women\u2019s club in 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n

The two grounds selected to host the final phase of the FIFA Women\u2019s Champions Cup 2026™ are renowned for their state-of-the-art facilities. They will provide the perfect setting for four matches in which a quartet of the world\u2019s top clubs will compete and inspire all onlookers, celebrating the power of women\u2019s football.<\/p>\n

Brentford Stadium is a modern landmark in West London. It will stage the semi-final encounters on Wednesday, 28\u00a0January, giving fans the chance to feast their eyes on two compelling clashes, each with a spot in the inaugural showpiece match at stake.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis tournament is a fantastic opportunity to watch world-class women\u2019s club sides in action, and we\u2019re delighted to be hosting the semi-finals at our stadium,\u201d said Brentford Chief Executive Officer Jon Varney.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve been very proud to host the\u00a0Lionesses\u00a0and the Women\u2019s EURO in the past. We hope that by bringing more international women\u2019s matches to Brentford, we can help inspire future generations of players, as we continue to support the growth of the game both in our community and beyond.\u201d<\/p>\n

Then, on Feb. 1, Arsenal Stadium\u00a0\u2013\u00a0home to the North London giants\u2019 men\u2019s and women\u2019s teams\u00a0\u2013\u00a0will take centre stage for the final and the\u00a0third-place play-off.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled that the third-place match and final will be played at Arsenal Stadium, as we continue to pioneer and drive growth in the women\u2019s game with our supporters,\u201d added Arsenal Chief Executive Officer Richard Garlick.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe look forward to delivering a memorable event for our community in North London and supporters of the game all over the world. Following our historic UEFA Women\u2019s Champions League win in May, we\u2019re proud that our women\u2019s team will be competing on the global stage in the inaugural FIFA Women\u2019s Champions Cup.\u201d<\/p>\n

The FIFA Women\u2019s Champions Cup brings together the six reigning continental champions for a thrilling competition to determine the world\u2019s best women\u2019s club team.<\/p>\n

UEFA Women\u2019s Champions League holders Arsenal (England), Concacaf titlists Gotham\u00a0FC (United States) and CONMEBOL champions Corinthians (Brazil) will be joined by the winners of Round\u00a02 (on which more details are provided below) in the final stage.<\/p>\n

A world-class event rooted in local passion, the FIFA Women\u2019s Champions Cup consolidates the foundations of women\u2019s football by shining the spotlight on the club game. Approved by the FIFA Council in May\u00a02024, the tournament is held in years when the FIFA Women\u2019s Club World Cup™ is not scheduled.<\/p>\n

The competition epitomises FIFA\u2019s ongoing commitment to expanding global opportunities for women\u2019s club football and increasing the visibility of the next generation of female athletes worldwide.<\/p>\n

Round\u00a02<\/p>\n

Before the action in London kicks off, Round\u00a02 will be contested at the Stade Municipal de Berrechid in Morocco on Sunday, 14\u00a0December. Wuhan\u00a0Jiangda of China\u00a0PR, who triumphed in the competition\u2019s curtain-raiser against New Zealand\u2019s Auckland\u00a0United, will meet Moroccan outfit AS\u00a0FAR, the CAF Women\u2019s Champions League 2025 titlists.<\/p>\n

The reward for whoever comes out on top will be the chance to pit themselves against Arsenal in the second semi-final<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tournament is first of its kind, with winners set to be crowned first-ever women\u2019s intercontinental club champions for calendar year<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Four matches\u00a0\u2013\u00a0semi-finals, third-place play-off and final\u00a0\u2013\u00a0to be played in London from Wednesday, Jan. 28 to Sunday, Feb.1 next year<\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 On Sunday, Dec.14, Wuhan Jiangda will take on AS FAR in Morocco to determine who will join Arsenal, Gotham FC and Corinthians<\/p>\n

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