Spain is making a strong bid to host the Rugby World Cup in 2035, with Barcelona's Nou Camp, Real Madrid's Bernabeu, and Mestalla in Valencia among the potential stadiums. The Spanish Rugby Federation is determined to deliver the "best World Cup in history," aiming to connect the tournament to 700 million Spanish speakers globally.

If successful, the revamped Nou Camp could host the final, marking a historic first for the World Cup with over 100,000 fans in attendance. Competing bids from Argentina and Japan will be assessed by World Rugby, which is expected to announce its preferred host in spring or summer of 2027.

The Spanish authorities are enthusiastic about leveraging the upcoming FIFA World Cup in 2030, co-hosted with Morocco and Portugal, to enhance their rugby profile. Their bid is backed by the Spanish government and La Liga, showcasing the country’s commitment to sports.

Juan Carlos Martin 'Hansen', executive president of the Spanish federation, expressed confidence in Spain's organizational capabilities and innovative sports infrastructure. He emphasized the potential for Rugby World Cup 2035 to foster hospitality, collaboration, and unity within the global rugby community.

As Spain prepares for the 2027 tournament in Australia, marking their first men's World Cup appearance since 1999, they aim to significantly increase participation in rugby by 2035. Martin noted, "Rugby is becoming part of our country's identity."

Spain has a rich rugby history, having hosted two European finals weekends and the 2016 Top 14 final at Nou Camp, which attracted 99,124 supporters. The San Mames is one of 14 stadiums submitted to World Rugby, which will narrow the list to 9 or 10 should Spain’s bid be successful. Additionally, Spain has hosted World Rugby Sevens events, with more planned for 2027 and 2028 in Castile and Leon.