The first-ever Women's Club World Cup heads to the United States in 2028, and Arsenal are in. Africa's champions will be eyeing a seat at the table.
A new global stage for women's club football is coming, and Africa's best will want a place on it. The United States will host the first Women's Club World Cup in 2028, giving clubs from every continent a shot at being crowned world champions.
Arsenal have been named among the teams for the inaugural edition, a statement of intent for a tournament that aims to put the best club sides on one stage. For the Gunners, it is a chance to stamp their name on a piece of history from day one.
For African football, the big question is how the continent's top clubs will earn their spots. Africa's women's club scene has long produced elite talent that heads abroad, and a world-level club tournament offers the visibility and competition that the domestic game has been demanding. Qualification details will be closely watched across the continent.
The US setting fits. The NWSL has grown into one of the most competitive leagues on the planet and a destination for players from around the world, African stars included. Hosting the first Women's Club World Cup there adds to the country's growing role as a hub for the women's game.
With 2028 on the horizon, expect the build-up to be loud. More clubs will be confirmed, and the race to join Arsenal in the field starts now.
