Australia firms to host Women's World Cup after Brazil pulls out. 9News
Australia and New Zealand are now in a three-horse race to host the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup after Brazil withdrew their bid.
In a statement, the Brazilian Football Confederation said economic concerns related to the COVID-19 crisis were a primary factor in the bid being withdrawn.
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