UEFA has officially announced that Germany will be the host nation for the 2029 Women's European Championship, following a decisive vote by its executive committee.
A Winning Bid Focused on Record Attendance
The successful German bid was built on a powerful promise: to deliver a tournament that smashes all previous records for ticket sales. This ambitious commitment proved decisive in securing the hosting rights. The announcement was made by UEFA President, Aleksander Ceferin, confirming the outcome of Wednesday's vote.
Germany faced competition from two other contenders. A bid from Poland and a joint submission from neighbouring nations Denmark and Sweden were also in the running. However, both were ultimately unsuccessful. The field had narrowed earlier in the process, with Portugal withdrawing its candidacy in November and the Italian Football Federation stepping back last August.
Return of the Record Champions
The choice of Germany carries significant symbolic weight in women's football. The nation is the most successful in the competition's history, having been crowned champions of Europe a remarkable eight times. Hosting the tournament in 2029 will see the event return to a country with a deep-rooted passion for the women's game.
This major sporting event will also mark a swift return of a European Championship to German soil. It comes just five years after the country staged the men's UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, showcasing its proven infrastructure and organisational capability for large-scale football events.
What This Means for Women's Football
The awarding of the tournament to Germany is seen as a major boost for the continued growth of women's football across the continent. By pledging unprecedented ticket sales, the German football association (DFB) is setting a high bar for fan engagement and commercial success. The decision underscores UEFA's confidence in Germany's ability to build on the momentum from recent successful tournaments and elevate the profile of the women's game even further.
All eyes will now turn to Germany as preparations begin for what promises to be a landmark celebration of women's football in 2029.
