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England selected to host 2031 Netball World Cup in Manchester

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

England selected to host 2031 Netball World Cup in Manchester

Summary

England will host the Netball World Cup for the fourth time in 2031 at Manchester's Co-op Live arena. The event, announced by World Netball and England Netball, returns to England after Liverpool hosted in 2019. England previously reached the World Cup final in 2023 but lost to Australia. The tournament will provide a platform to promote netball and women's sport across the UK, according to officials. This announcement coincides with England Netball's centenary year.

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Key Details

•World Cup to be held at Co-op Live arena in Manchester.
•England last hosted the tournament in 2019.
•England also finished as runners-up in 2023 final.
•Announcement marks England Netball's centenary anniversary.
•Event aims to inspire future players and fans.

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What they're saying

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England will host the Netball World Cup for the fourth time in 2031, when the sport's pinnacle event is held at Manchester's Co-op Live arena.
— BBC Sport

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