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As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women's World Cup countdown has begun
By Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.The women's tournament is set to start June 24, 2027, hosted by a South American country for the first time. Brazil hosted the men's World Cup in 1950 and 2014.“...
Key takeaway The women's tournament is set to start June 24, 2027, hosted by a South American country for the first time.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
As San Antonio soccer fans look ahead to the 2027 Women's World Cup, they can draw inspiration from the city's own rich soccer culture. With a strong following for the sport, San Antonio has hosted various international matches and tournaments, showcasing its ability to support high-level soccer events. The countdown to the Women's World Cup in Brazil may be focused on the global stage, but locally, it presents an opportunity for San Antonio to promote its own women's soccer initiatives and encourage young girls to take up the sport. The city's schools and community programs can use the upcoming tournament as a catalyst to develop and support women's soccer, potentially leading to a new generation of talented players emerging from the area. As the world prepares for the epic showcase of football and fandom in Brazil, San Antonio can use this momentum to grow and strengthen its own soccer community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.The women's tournament is set to start June 24, 2027, hosted by a South American country for the first time. Brazil hosted the men's World Cup in 1950 and 2014.“...
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