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Can the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup leave a legacy for the potential Brisbane 2032 Olympics? – ABC News
The 2023 Women’s World Cup is set to be the biggest event held in Australia since the 2000 Olympics, and its benefits could help prepare for potentially hosting…
The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France was watched by a record 1.12 billion viewers, and that figure could double by 2023 when Australia and New Zealand co-host what will be the biggest Women’s World Cup.
The tournament will debut an expanded format of 32 teams, up from 24, making it arguably the biggest sporting event held in Australia since the Sydney 2000 Olympics.
“When FIFA rolls into town, they don’t do things by half,” said Football Australia’s Head of Women’s Football, Sarah Walsh.
“We’ll…
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