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  "title": "USA to host inaugural Women’s Club World Cup in 2028",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/usa-to-host-inaugural-womens-club-world-cup-in-2028-16092413",
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  "published": "2026-10-22T19:26:51.000Z",
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  "summary": "The United States has been chosen to host the inaugural FIFA Women’s Club World Cup in 2028, with the tournament set to take place from January 5 to 30, 2028. Arsenal, Barcelona, Gotham FC, Club América, Corinthians, Naegohyang, and Wuhan Jiangda have already been confirmed as participants, while the remaining teams will be determined later. The competition, which will be held every four years, aims to provide clubs with an opportunity to showcase their quality and reach new audiences around the world. FIFA chief women’s football officer Sarai Bareman highlighted the country's recent success in staging major international football tournaments, its growing interest in women’s football, and its established sporting infrastructure as key factors in its selection as the host nation.",
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