South American ‘Brabus’ Corinthians women’s team will face Gotham FC in London for the first time in the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. Read about the six-time Libertadores champions’ global dream come true in this clash.
Corinthians, the unrivaled team in South American women’s football, is now aiming to win the world. This Brazilian club is going to face each other in the semi-finals of the first edition of FIFA’s new organization ‘FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2026’. Their first opponent in this tournament to be held in London from January 28 to February 1 is Gotham FC of the United States.
England’s Arsenal Women FC and Morocco’s ASFAR will face each other in the other semi-final. There are indications that the geography of world women’s club football will change through this tournament.
Know quickly: Match and competition information
| Subject | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2026 (First Edition) |
| Semifinal | Corinthians vs Gotham FC (United States) |
| Other Semifinal | Arsenal Women FC (England) vs ASFAR (Morocco) |
| Tournament Venue & Time | London, January 28 – February 1, 2026 |
| Corinthians’ Achievement | 6-time Copa Libertadores Femenina Champion |
Beyond the continent, to the world
Corinthians hold the record of winning the Copa Libertadores Femenina, South America’s top competition, six times. However, their success story has been confined to the continent, as they have not participated in any intercontinental tournament. After a long wait, the time has come to fulfill that dream.
“For all these years, we have dreamed of an intercontinental tournament. Now it is coming true. We are incredibly happy. Corinthians will be able to prove again what we can do. We have been a role model in South America, now our goal is to be a role model in the world.”
“I thought the Libertadores would be the final achievement of my career. But now this incredible opportunity has come. It is amazing to think that we will be playing in our first global tournament. This moment will accompany us for the rest of our lives. This is the opportunity to make history as a team that has won the trophy.” — Nicol Ramos, goalkeeper, Corinthians.
The psychology of victory and the determination of the captain
The words of Gabi Zanetti, the team’s most respected player and captain, reveal a thunderous mentality. He said that the announcement of this new tournament increased the pressure for them to win the Libertadores several times. Because this time, not only the continental title, but also the ticket to step onto the world stage was involved in winning.
“We knew that this place in the first edition could not be left to another team. It had to be for Corinthians,” said Zanetti.
Mental preparation in the short format battle
Along with the vast experience of Tamires (38) and Zanetti (40), the team’s strength is the maturity of youngsters like Nicole Ramos (25). Speaking about the goalkeeper’s role, Nicole said, “A save in a match, a moment’s decision can change everything. There is pressure, I admit it. But I am working with a therapist to stay calm. It is a kind of mental training.”
The secret to lasting success
What is the secret to Corinthians staying at the top for so many years? Nicole Ramos says, “Before I came here, I used to ask the same question! I used to wonder, how do they keep winning like this? Actually, it starts at the training ground. Attention to every little thing, punctuality, the highest demands—these are the foundations.”
Senior team member Tamires recalls the club’s formative years, saying, “We who were there at the beginning, we sowed the seeds. We worked day after day to build this project. The secret to Corinthians’ success is—the players, the staff and the club all believe in this dream.”
A journey for all those from the past
Nicole Ramos’ words echo a deep sense of responsibility. “We will not only represent the current team, we will represent those past players who have built this incredible legacy but did not get the chance to play on the world stage. We are like ambassadors for their dreams to come true.”
After a long wait, South American powerhouse Corinthians is getting a chance to test itself on the world stage. Their participation in the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup is a historic step not just for the club, but for women’s football on the continent. The ‘Brabus’ battle in London is not just about a trophy, it is expected to further solidify South America’s position in world women’s football. Read more
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