CBF Unveils Comprehensive 2027 Brazilian Football Calendar Featuring Women's World Cup Pause

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has officially announced the football calendar for 2027, highlighting significant dates and structural changes tailored to accommodate Brazil hosting the FIFA Women's World Cup. The season will commence on January 6 with the Copa do Brasil, featuring 128 teams, including state champions who are not part of the top-tier national league. The first phases will start early in January with lower-ranked teams, while Série A teams will enter at the fifth stage, beginning the week of February 24. From the round of 16 onwards, more matches are scheduled during weekends to increase attendance and viewership.

The Série A Campeonato Brasileiro will kick off on January 27 and run until December 1, with a notable 41-day break from June 24 to July 25. This pause aligns with the FIFA-mandated one-month interruption during the Women's World Cup hosted in Brazil, ensuring no conflicting matches are held during this global event. Série B is slated from March 20 to November 27, including promotion playoffs in late November.

Additionally, the Supercopa Rei—a single match between the Brasileirão and Copa do Brasil champions—is scheduled for January 24. Regional cups such as Copa do Nordeste, Copa Verde, and Sul-Sudeste will take place from March 24 to June 13. The calendar also respects FIFA international dates and includes two transfer windows: from January 4 to March 2 and from July 19 to September 10.

CBF President Samir Xaud described the 2027 calendar as a historic and balanced schedule, crafted through extensive consultations with clubs, federations, and partners. He emphasized the calendar’s role in respecting athletes, protecting top clubs, and providing opportunities for lesser-known teams, especially during Brazil's debut as a host of the Women's World Cup in South America.