Brentford to host inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup semi-finals

Brentford will host the semi-finals of the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup on Wednesday 28 January.

The final phase of the landmark new tournament will be held in London to crown the first-ever women’s intercontinental club champions, with the finals and third-place playoff to be held at Arsenal on Saturday 1 February.

The Women’s Champions Cup brings together the six reigning continental champions for a thrilling competition to determine the world’s best women’s club team and celebrate the power of women’s football. 

Brentford’s stadium will stage both semi-finals in a double-header. Fans have the chance to watch two compelling clashes when CONMEBOL champions Corinthians take on current Concacaf title winners Gotham. 

On the same day, UEFA Women’s Champions League holders Arsenal face the winners of the round two fixture between Wuhan Jiangda of China PR and Moroccan side AS FAR, winners of the CAF Women’s Champions League 2025. 

On the announcement, Jill Ellis, FIFA’s chief football officer, said: “London has emerged as a global hotspot for women’s football. The unwavering passion of the fans, the substantial investment in the sport and the remarkable success of England’s Lionesses have fostered an environment in which the women’s game is thriving more than ever before. 

“Hosting the final phase of the Women’s Champions Cup in this vibrant city is a testament to its exceptional standing in the world of women’s football. We’re thrilled to present this ground-breaking global women’s club competition at two incredible venues. I can’t wait to witness who will make history by becoming the first team to be crowned the world’s best women’s club in 2026.” 

Brentford chief executive, Jon Varney, added: “This tournament is a fantastic opportunity to watch world-class women’s club sides in action, and we’re delighted to be hosting the semi-finals at our stadium. 

'This tournament is a fantastic opportunity to watch world-class women’s club sides in action, and we’re delighted to be hosting the semi-finals at our stadium'

“We’ve been very proud to host the Lionesses and the Women’s Euro 2022 in the past. We hope that by bringing more international women’s matches to Brentford, we can help inspire future generations of players, as we continue to support the growth of the game both in our community and beyond.” 

A world-class event rooted in local passion, the Women’s Champions Cup consolidates the foundations of women’s football by shining the spotlight on the club game. 

Approved by the FIFA Council in May 2024, the tournament is held in years when the Women’s Club World Cup is not scheduled. The competition epitomises FIFA’s ongoing commitment to expanding global opportunities for women’s club football and increasing the visibility of the next generation of female athletes worldwide. 

Fans wanting to be a part of the historic tournament finals in London can register their interest now at FIFA.com/tickets.