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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 KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· 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 Pearland
As the 2027 Women's World Cup countdown begins, Pearland residents can expect to see increased excitement and interest in women's soccer in the Houston area. With Brazil hosting the tournament, the city's large international community, including its Brazilian and Latin American populations, may be particularly enthusiastic about the event. Local soccer clubs and organizations in Pearland may also use the tournament as an opportunity to promote women's soccer and encourage young girls to get involved in the sport. Additionally, the tournament's proximity to Houston, a major international city, may lead to increased coverage and viewing parties in the area, further boosting interest in women's soccer. As the tournament approaches, Pearland residents can look forward to a range of local events and activities celebrating women's soccer and the World Cup.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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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