VICTORIAS City will no longer host the FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup, leaving Pasig City as the sole site for the first-ever edition of the tournament.
This was announced by the Philippine Football Federation, citing logistical issues as one of the reasons for dropping Victorias City Coliseum as one of two venues for the matches.
PhilSports is lone venue
The Philsports Arena will now be the lone venue for the November 21 to December 7 tournament where 16 teams, including host Philippines, will be competing.
“After a comprehensive review of logistical and operational considerations, and in light of the ongoing situations, it has been decided that Victorias City, Negros Occidental will no longer serve as a host city ,” said the PFF in a statement.
“The adjustment also reflects FIFA and the LOC’s (local organizing committee) joint objective to streamline and reduce the tournament’s footprint, ensuring the most efficient delivery of the event,” the PFF added.
“The PFF is fully committed to delivering a historic and memorable inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup. We are eager to showcase the passion of the Filipino people for the sport and invite everyone to celebrate women’s futsal on the global stage in Pasig City."
FIFA will hold a draw ceremony in Taguig City on Monday to determine the four teams that will make up each of the four groups.
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