Belgian men’s and women’s players back the BNG2027 bid

April 23 – With the FIFA Congress poised to choose the host for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 next month in Bangkok, Insideworldfootball talks exclusively to two leading Belgian international players Amadou Onana and Justine Vanhaevermaet to gather their thoughts on the joint Belgian, Netherlands and German bid BNG2027 and what it would mean to have their tournament played in their home country.   Q. Belgium has joined forces with The Netherlands and Germany to bid for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027. What are your thoughts on the bid and its importance for football in Europe and the women’s game?

Amadou Onana: As a Belgian citizen and national team player my first emotions are ones of excitement and pride. Excitement because having the greatest football competition played in Belgium would be historical and would be an unbelievable moment and celebration for the country I grew up in.

Belgium is very understated and we live quite a discreet existence but I can tell you the passion for the game is off the scale.

The enthusiasm and festive atmosphere we could create alongside The Netherlands and Germany in hosting a FIFA World Cup would be very special for all who attend.

Belgian midfielder Onana Amadou says passion for the game in Belgium is off the scale. Photo by Jan De Meuleneir

Beyond the emotional side I believe our three countries have the necessary know-how and ability to take on the massive responsibility that comes with hosting a FIFA World Cup. Beside our football facilities you can add excellent tourist and travel infrastructure to ensure we have all the ingredients needed to welcome players and fans and offer them optimal conditions in the summer of 2027.

I have no doubt that a successful BNG2027 bid will deliver a FIFA World Cup of unquestionable excellence both on and off the field. The boost to the development of the women’s game will be massive.

No football competition offers as much visibility than a FIFA World Cup – that…

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Author : Paul Nicholson

Publish date : 2024-04-23 16:37:17

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