India is all set to host the FIFA Under-17 Women’s Football World Cup, kick starting from 2 November this year!
An event was held in New Delhi to unveil the five host cities for the tournament, including Ahmedabad, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Kolkata and Navi Mumbai. The cities will host 16 teams who will play 32 matches to lift the coveted title. The official slogan, ‘Kick off the Dream’, was also launched during the event.
Time to #KickOffTheDream India! As the country prepares to host the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup later this year, here’s official slogan for the tournament. Join us in wishing our girls the very best as they prepare to take field in their first ever World Cup. #U17WWC pic.twitter.com/QefiHsxomw
— Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) February 18, 2020
India’s under 17 team will also be participating in the World Cup, for the first time. This is a proud moment for the nation and all possible support will be provided to ensure the success of the tournament.
FIFA Under-17 Women’s Football World Cup is an event that represents a major moment for all the football fans across India and globally. Now, India will next seek to host the U-20 World Cup and the prestigious Club World Cup.
Have a look at the important dates for the World Cup:
The key dates for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2020 include:
•Opening match — 2 November
•Quarter-finals — 12 and 13 November
•Semi-finals — 17 November
•3rd/4th-place playoff & final — 21 November#U17WWC— Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) February 18, 2020
Good Luck, India!
