The Nissin Foods 2026 World Lacrosse Women’s Championship officially got underway in Tokyo, Japan, bringing together the world’s top women’s lacrosse teams for the sport’s premier international competition. The tournament runs from July 24 to August 2 and features 16 national teams competing across 44 matches for the world title.
The championship is being held at Oi Hockey Stadium and Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium, with the medal matches and semifinals scheduled at the latter venue. This marks the second time Japan has hosted the prestigious event, following the 1997 Women’s Lacrosse World Cup.
Defending champions United States enter the tournament aiming to secure a fifth consecutive world championship, while strong contenders including Canada, England, Australia, and host Japan are expected to challenge for the title. The event also serves as a major showcase for the sport ahead of lacrosse’s return to the Olympic Games at Los Angeles 2028.
The opening day features several high-profile group-stage matches, with fans from around the world following the action both in Tokyo and through international live broadcasts as the race for the 2026 world crown begins.
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