Glasgow has launched a bid to host football matches during the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2035.

Hampden, Celtic Park and Ibrox all have the capability to stage games for the tournament, which is expected to see 48 teams take part.

Glasgow City Council is set to pay £6.2 million to host the competition after the UK Government pledged to cover 60 per cent of costs and the Scottish Government 15 per cent.

A paper to be presented on the bid said: “Glasgow has the opportunity to be one of the host cities for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2035, with three stadia capable of meeting the hosting requirements (Hampden, Ibrox and Celtic Park).

“As the national football stadium, Hampden would be expected to be a first choice to be put forward, though the stadium selection is ultimately a FIFA decision.”

Other cities hoping to host include Leeds, Birmingham and Nottingham.

The UK is likely to host the competition after being the only valid expression of interest received by FIFA.

The plan will be presented to next week’s city administration committee with councillors recommended to agree that delivery of the event would be handed to Glasgow Life.