2025: A Landmark Year for Global Sports with Women’s Championships and International Events

The Rise of Women’s Sports in 2025

Women’s sports are taking center stage in the 2025 sporting calendar, with major tournaments including the Women’s Rugby World Cup in England and the Women’s Cricket World Cup in India.

The year features significant women’s football events, with the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 being held in Switzerland in July, while the Philippines will make history by hosting the first-ever FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup in November.

Major International Competitions

In men’s football, 2025 marks a significant milestone with the expanded FIFA Club World Cup debuting its new quadrennial format, following the model of other FIFA World Cups.

The United States is hosting several major events, including the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, alongside traditional tournaments like the US Open in tennis and golf. The NFL is expanding its reach with international games across Spain, Brazil, Ireland, the UK, and Germany.

Multi-Sport Championships and Special Events

The sporting calendar includes the 2025 World Games for non-Olympic disciplines in Chengdu, China, while Tokyo, Japan, will host the 2025 Deaflympics, the premier event for athletes with hearing impairment.

September will be particularly exciting with the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, and the UCI Cycling Road World Championships making history in Kigali, Rwanda, as the first-ever African host of the worlds.

Looking Ahead

The 2025 sporting calendar is packed with action and prestigious events across various sports. From tennis grand slams and international rugby tournaments to thrilling motorsport races and football finals, the year promises to be a spectacular celebration of global sports.