Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Brazil have officially submitted a joint bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup, aiming to bring this prestigious tournament to South America for the first time.

The proposal includes plans to hold matches in 11 stadiums across 10 cities, featuring eight venues in Argentina and one each in the other three countries. Notably, the iconic Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro is part of the bid.

In addition to the South American bid, both Spain and Japan have expressed interest in hosting the tournament.

World Rugby will conduct site visits and feasibility assessments before selecting a preferred host by May 2024, with a final decision anticipated in November 2027.

Felix Paez Molina, president of the Argentine Rugby Union, emphasized the significance of this opportunity:

"We have the opportunity to show the world our passion for this sport, our ability to host major events, and everything our countries have to offer. We take on this challenge firmly believing that our region deserves an opportunity of this size."

He further noted,

"It's a project we're excited about, and we're building it together with the region's Unions and Sudamerica Rugby. Our hope is that, for the first time, a Rugby World Cup can be played in this part of the world."

Looking ahead, the next World Cup will take place in Australia in 2027, while the tournament will make its inaugural appearance in the Americas in 2031, hosted by the United States.

Argentina stands out as the most successful rugby nation in the Americas, with the Pumas reaching the semi-finals in 2007, 2015, and 2023. Uruguay has participated in five editions, Chile made their debut in 2023, and Brazil has yet to qualify for the tournament.