The UK has secured free-to-air broadcasting rights for the upcoming 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil through a collaboration between the BBC and ITV. This partnership guarantees that fans across the nation can enjoy this prestigious tournament without any subscription costs.
Broadcasting Arrangements
The BBC and ITV will share coverage of the tournament, dividing the matches equally throughout both the group stage and the knockout rounds. Notably, both networks will broadcast the final, ensuring that the climactic event reaches a broad audience.
Statements from Network Executives
Alex Kay-Jelski, the BBC’s director of sport, expressed enthusiasm about extending their partnership with FIFA and ITV, saying, “Extending our partnership with Fifa alongside ITV ensures that the drama and spectacle of the Women’s World Cup remains free-to-air.” He emphasized BBC Sport’s commitment to promoting women’s football, highlighting its role in elevating the sport’s popularity through consistent coverage of domestic leagues and major tournaments, including this summer’s Women’s Euro.
ITV’s director of sport, Niall Sloane, commented on the significance of the upcoming event, stating, “The Fifa Women’s World Cup 2027 is sure to be another standout tournament and we look forward to continuing our relationship with both Fifa and the BBC.”
Coverage Platforms
Both broadcasters plan to enhance accessibility to the games. BBC Sport will provide live television coverage, alongside streaming options via iPlayer, and coverage across its various web, radio, and social media platforms. Similarly, ITV will offer live broadcasts on television, as well as streaming through ITVX and coverage on social media channels. Additionally, ITV will air all of England’s qualifying matches and friendlies leading up to the tournament.
About the Tournament
The FIFA Women’s World Cup will take place from June 24 to July 27, 2027, featuring 32 teams from around the world. Spain enters the tournament as the defending champions, having secured victory over England in the 2023 final with a score of 1-0.
Upcoming Events
As anticipation builds for the 2027 World Cup, fans can look forward to more thrilling matches, including the upcoming Euro 25 final—where Spain and England will clash again. This match is scheduled for 17:00 BST and can be followed on BBC One, iPlayer, as well as via BBC Radio 5 Live, 5 Sports Extra, and BBC Sounds.
