Italy withdraws from Women’s Euro 2029 host race, Germany emerges as frontrunner
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Italy withdraws from Women’s Euro 2029 host race, Germany emerges as frontrunner

Italy withdraws from Women’s Euro 2029 host race, Germany emerges as frontrunner
FILE – England’s Chloe Kelly celebrates with the trophy as goalkeeper Hannah Hampton looks on after winning the Women’s Euro 2025 final against Spain at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland, July 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino, File)


Italy has withdrawn from the race to host the 2029 Women’s European Championship, leaving four contenders for the 16-team tournament.

Germany, Poland, Portugal, and a joint bid from Denmark and Sweden will face a vote by UEFA’s executive committee on Dec. 3, UEFA announced Friday.

Italy is set to co-host the men’s Euro 2032 with Turkey, but is under pressure to complete five modern stadiums on time.

Germany is seen as a strong contender, with plans for a 31-match tournament at venues including Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund stadiums, which each hold around 70,000 fans.

The successful Euro 2025 in Switzerland drew over 650,000 spectators, a tournament record. England retained its title, defeating Spain on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Basel, and could aim for a third consecutive title in 2029 if it qualifies.

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