FIFA Women’s World Cup trophy on way to Tauranga

e FIFA Women’s World Cup original trophy will make a stop in Tauranga on Sunday, June 18, as part of its tour around the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.

Since starting its worldwide journey in February, the trophy’s journey includes all 32 participating nations.

New Zealand football great and ‘Beyond Greatness Champion’, Maia Jackman, will be present on the day to reveal the original trophy. e showcase will take place at ‘ e Battle of the Kaimais’ football tournament, at Fergusson Park on June 18, between 11am-1pm. Jackman will also present the tournament winners with their trophy.

Tauranga City Council manager venues and events Nelita

Byrne is excited to have the FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy here in Tauranga Moana to inspire our next generation of wāhine football stars. “It’s truly spine-tingling to think of all the great players who have lifted the trophy in the past and this is a brilliant opportunity for our football community to experience the magic of the FIFA Women’s World Cup ahead of the tournament.” e day will o er un FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 themed activities for all ages, ‘Tazuni’ the o cial tournament mascot and food trucks, making this a great family day out. e Trophy Tour is ‘Going Beyond’ to inspire people of all ages, build excitement and support ahead of the ve FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 matches taking place in Hamilton, the rst of which Zambia versus Japan is on Saturday, July 22. e trophy’s journey started in Hamilton and will make its way to Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō, Cambridge and back to Hamilton. For more information on the Trophy Tour, visit: hamiltonhostcity.co.nz