Manchester has been selected to host the 2031 Netball World Cup, with Co-op Live confirmed as the venue for the major international sporting event.
Sixteen of the world’s top netball nations will travel to the city, marking the first time Manchester has hosted the tournament. England Netball secured the hosting rights with support from UK Sport and Manchester City Council, beating competing bids to bring the competition back to England.
The tournament is expected to be a major boost for women’s sport across Greater Manchester, building on the city’s growing netball following and the success of local team AO Thunder. Organisers hope the event will inspire more women and girls to take up the sport, while creating a lasting legacy for local communities. Exact tournament dates and ticket information are yet to be announced.
