Ōtautahi Christchurch
Creating A Legacy For Women's Sport
The biggest women's sporting event in the world has taken New Zealand and Australia by storm, with lifelong football fans and those who have never watched a match before unable to look away from the passion, fast-paced action and thrilling competition.
The 2023 tournament has made global history and set a new bar for women's sport everywhere.
During the tournament, Ōtautahi Christchurch was the base camp city for two teams - Las Ticas Costa Rica and Nadeshiko Japan. Here are some of the incredible legacy events and activations that took place in Ōtautahi during the tournament.
Two International Football Teams To Call Ōtautahi ‘Home’ During Cup
FIFA names Japan and Costa Rica as teams based in Christchurch during the FIFA Women’s Football World Cup 2023.
FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Sparks Sporting Inspiration For Local Students
The FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour has been taking place and Ōtautahi Christchurch was lucky enough to be a part of it.
Changing The Game For Wāhine In Sport
The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ was the single biggest female sporting event in history. Full of unforgettably inspiring moments, women and girls around the world witnessed what can happen when dreams are chased down, despite the challenges of the professional sporting arena.
Honouring Wāhine Toa Of The Past To Empower Future Generations
The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 created a legacy that reached far wider than the field and one that will last far longer than the final whistle.
Shining A Light On Wāhine Artists In Ōtautahi
Ōtautahi is home to an incredibly talented, diverse community of artists who are being recognised with a special installation lighting up the city.
