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Argentina Bid for 2035 Rugby World Cup
Argentina joins Uruguay, Chile and Brazil in South American bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup.
In brief
Argentina joins Uruguay, Chile and Brazil in South American bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup. Argentina and three other South American nations have officially submitted a bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup, aiming to showcase regional unity and rugby expertise. Originally reported by Buenos Aires Times.
Argentina Announces 2035 Rugby World Cup Bid
Argentina has officially announced a bid to host the men's 2035 Rugby World Cup in South America alongside Uruguay, Chile and Brazil.
South American Hosts for 2035
The proposed venues include Monumental and José Amalfitani stadiums in Buenos Aires, Estadio Único Diego Armando Maradona in La Plata, and other key locations across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Brazil.
Regional Unity and Expertise
Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Brazil have a combined population of 283 million and the bid highlights their growing economies, geographical diversity and experience hosting major international sporting events.
Rugby Union Leadership
Félix Páez Molina, president of the Argentine rugby union, stated the candidacy represents a very important step for Argentine rugby and the whole region, emphasizing their passion for the sport and ability to organize events.
Sudamérica Rugby Support
Marcello Calandra, president of Sudamérica Rugby, confirmed the region's unity and ability to work towards common goals, calling hosting a World Cup a debt that remains to be settled.
2035 Host Selection Timeline
World Rugby expects to announce preferred hosts in May 2027, with a final decision made by its council in November 2027, following the submission of documentation and venue visits.
At a glance
Argentina and three other South American nations have officially submitted a bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup, aiming to showcase regional unity and rugby expertise.
