All eight member associations who expressed interest in hosting the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2021 have confirmed their participation in the bidding process by submitting the relevant terms and conditions by 21 June. As some have opted for a joint application, a total of five bids will be in the race as they prepare to submit their proposals by 30 August.
In accordance with the Overview of the Bidding Process, FIFA will review and assess the bids received, and a final decision is then expected to be made by the FIFA Council at its next meeting in Shanghai, China PR, on 23 and 24 October.
The bidding member associations are confirmed as follows:
Bahrain Football Association, Saudi Arabian Football Federation & United Arab Emirates Football Association
Brazilian Football Association
Football Association of Indonesia
Myanmar Football Federation & The Football Association of Thailand
Peruvian Football Association