FIFA and the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) are aiming to stage the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup either in October or November next year.
The Philippines is set to host the inaugural event, and PFF president John Gutierrez stated they are focused on ensuring they are fully prepared to host the competition.
“We’re looking at dates as early as August, but for more time for preparation and also… We would like to consider the weather in the country; we’re looking at October and even possibly late November. So the more time we have to prepare,” said Gutierrez.
Gutierrez said it is a privilege for the PFF to host the first-ever women’s futsal World Cup.
“We are very, very thankful to FIFA for entrusting us with this very momentous event,” he said.
The venues are still under discussion, but one of them will be in Metro Manila.
