Brazil doubles record number of volunteers for Women's World Cup

More than 161,000 people from 183 countries want to volunteer at the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil. The record number represents more than double the registrations registered in the previous edition of the tournament. The 2023 World Cup, played in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, had around 68,000 entries submitted to help with operations in the nine host cities.

This time, 83% of candidates are Brazilian, while “the largest number of applications from outside the host country come from Colombia, Mexico, Morocco, Nigeria and the United States.”

Women are the majority of candidates, with 58% of the total. Men make up 39%, while 3% identify as non-binary or another gender.

For Patrícia Hespanha, administrative director of the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027, the response to the Volunteer Program reflects the enormous enthusiasm surrounding this tournament.

"Volunteers play a key role in organizing major sporting events, helping to create a welcoming, positive and unforgettable experience for everyone involved. It is truly inspiring to see so many people willing to dedicate their time, energy and enthusiasm to help organize an event that will leave a lasting legacy for women's football in Brazil, South America and beyond," said Patrícia.

São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Brasília received the largest number of registrations. In total, approximately 6,000 volunteers will be selected to help with tournament operations in the eight host cities.

Over the next two months, candidates who pass the initial screening will be called for interviews. Those selected will be offered support roles in more than 20 areas, including press, technology, transport, competition management and ceremonies.

During the Women's World Cup, there will be more than 30 volunteer roles spread across event venues and spaces where the competition will not be played – from stadiums and airports to training centers and hotels.