Frank Christian
In a historic and memorable edition of the Copa America in 2024, the tournament took place in the United States. The competition featured 10 representatives from CONMEBOL (South America) and six teams from North and Central America under CONCACAF.
With the end of this event, attention now turns towards the upcoming Copa America 2028 and the potential host countries vying for the opportunity to organize the tournament.
When is the Copa America 2028 Scheduled?
While the exact dates for the 2028 Copa America have not been finalized, it is anticipated that the tournament will be held between June and July of that year, following the regular schedule.
Where will the Copa America 2028 Take Place?
CONMEBOL has yet to announce the host nation for the 2028 Copa America, but several countries have expressed their interest in hosting the prestigious event.
Ecuador, the host of the 1993 tournament, was the first country to declare its candidacy for the 2028 edition. Following Ecuador, countries like Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay have also shown interest in potentially co-hosting the tournament as a preparatory step towards the 2030 World Cup.
Ignacio Alonso, the president of the Uruguayan Football Association, mentioned the informal discussions around this joint hosting proposition and emphasized the significance of sharing the responsibility due to the magnitude of the event.
Potential Hosts for the Copa America 2028:
While the bidding process for the 2028 tournament is yet to commence officially, the following countries have indicated their interest in hosting the event:
- Ecuador
- Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay
With more countries expected to submit formal bids in the upcoming months, the tournament format for 2028 is also pending finalization, especially after the unique edition involving CONCACAF nations in 2024.
