Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium has been named as a proposed host venue for the 2035 Women's World Cup
Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium has been named as a proposed host venue in the United Kingdom’s official bid to stage the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup
Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium has been named as a proposed host venue in the United Kingdom’s official bid to stage the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup
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Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium has been named as a proposed host venue in the United Kingdom’s official bid to stage the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup. It strengthens the venue’s growing reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting destinations for global sport and major events.
Liverpool is one of 16 proposed host cities put forward across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The announcement follows a series of major events secured for Everton’s new waterfront home, including the Rugby League Ashes Test played earlier this month, Super League Magic Weekend 2026, and its status as a UEFA EURO 2028 host venue, a tournament in which it will stage five matches.
Hill Dickinson Stadium is one of 22 proposed UK stadia included in the bid to host what would be, with 48 teams taking part, the biggest single-sport event in the country’s history. Each facility has been selected for its visitor experience, transport connectivity, and ability to deliver world-class football on the biggest stage.
Colin Chong, chief real estate and regeneration officer at Everton Football Club, said: “Hill Dickinson Stadium continues to underline its significance not only for our club, but for the future prosperity of Liverpool as a world-class destination for major sporting and cultural events.
“Recent and upcoming events – from the Rugby League Ashes Test to Super League Magic Weekend and UEFA EURO 2028 – showcase the transformative impact the stadium can have on our city: generating economic benefit and opportunity, raising Liverpool’s global profile, and welcoming visitors from around the world to our waterfront.
“As a stadium and campus, including the Budweiser Plaza, we are rapidly establishing ourselves as one of the most exciting and versatile venues in the country. Our ability to host global sport, large-scale fan experiences and community-focused activity is setting a new benchmark for event delivery in the region.
“Being included in the UK’s bid for the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup is further recognition of the role Hill Dickinson Stadium will play in shaping Liverpool’s future as an international host city – and in inspiring the next generation of fans.”
The bid is shaped around the vision ‘All Together’ – a commitment to delivering the most inclusive and community-focused FIFA Women’s World Cup ever held, while accelerating long-term investment in women’s football across the UK.
Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, Steve Rotheram, said: “Bringing the FIFA Women’s World Cup here would be a massive moment for the Liverpool City Region. But while the football is one thing, for me it’s about inspiring young people, backing equality in sport, and showing the world what our region is all about: talent, opportunity, and a proper warm welcome.
“We’ve proven time and again that we know how to put on major global events. We’ve got the people, the talent and of course the know-how to make this a truly unforgettable tournament.”
Cllr Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council, added: “We’re delighted to be part of this historic bid to stage the biggest single-sport event in UK history.
“Liverpool is steeped in sporting greatness and has an incredible track record of delivering world-class events. Our city consistently shows that we have the creativity, capability and warm, welcoming culture to provide unforgettable experiences for visitors from around the world.
“If we are successful in securing host city status once again – following the UEFA EURO 2028 announcement - it would bring long-term social and economic benefits to our region while shining a light on everything that makes Liverpool special.
“The 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup will extend far beyond the pitch. With a wider cultural and community programme involving the whole Liverpool City Region, the tournament would leave a meaningful legacy – boosting our economy, growing the women’s game, uniting communities, and proving that football is for everyone.”
On April 3 this year, FIFA announced that the UK home nations was the only valid bid and official confirmation is set to be decided at the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver on April 26 next year.