Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium is poised to create a new chapter in the club’s history after FIFA confirmed it will host the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup final on February 1, 2026.
The decision marks the first time a global women’s club final of this nature will be staged at the North London venue, underlining the Emirates’ growing significance on the international football stage.
The competition, newly approved by the FIFA Council, will bring together the champions of women’s club football from around the world, with the decisive matches taking place across London.
As announced on the club’s website, Arsenal’s home ground will host both the third-place playoff and the final, with the latter representing a milestone in the evolution of the women’s game.
This historic announcement comes on the heels of Arsenal Women’s recent triumph in the 2025 UEFA Women’s Champions League, when the Gunners secured their second continental crown in 18 years, beating Barcelona in Lisbon.
The club’s continued success on and off the pitch has positioned the Emirates as a fitting stage for a world-first women’s club final.
With tickets going on pre-sale in mid-December and starting from accessible price points, the club has stressed its commitment to making the fixture a celebration for local fans and supporters worldwide.
London chosen as centre of first FIFA Women’s Champions Cup finals
FIFA’s selection of London, and specifically the Emirates Stadium alongside Brentford’s GTech Community Stadium, reflects the city’s status as a global hub for women’s football.
Arsenal and Brentford will host the semi-finals on January 28, with the third-place match and final to be played at the Emirates days later.
The Women’s Champions Cup brings together six continental champions, including Arsenal, Gotham FC (USA) and Corinthians (Brazil), with other semi-finalists to be decided in qualifying playoffs.
FIFA has highlighted that London’s infrastructure, passionate supporter base and commercial strengths were major factors in centralising the decisive phases of the tournament in the English capital.
For Arsenal, hosting this final is a recognition of the Emirates Stadium’s role in promoting the women’s game. The club has actively supported women’s football expansion, with all WSL home matches already played at the Emirates, a move aimed at enhancing visibility and fan engagement.
What this means for Arsenal and the women’s game
The Emirates Stadium’s hosting of this women’s club final complements a landmark period in the club’s history.
Arsenal Women’s success in European competition and now hosting an inaugural FIFA final adds to the club’s global profile and reinforces its influence in shaping the future of women’s football.
As the sport continues to grow internationally, the decision to award the Women’s Champions Cup final to the Emirates signals confidence in both the club and the city’s capacity to stage major football occasions beyond traditional men’s tournaments.
FGG Says
This is a watershed moment not just for Arsenal but for women’s football globally. Hosting the first-ever FIFA Women’s Champions Cup final at the Emirates Stadium recognises the sport’s rapid rise and Arsenal’s integral role in that journey.
It will deepen the connection between the club’s rich history and its progressive present, offering a stage where future legends can be born.