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Argentina Advances 2035 Rugby World Cup Bid With South American Co-Hosting Plan

An on-site review by World Rugby begins, signaling a formal assessment of a regional proposal led by the UAR.

BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA - AUGUST 23: General view of Jose Amalfitani stadium prior to the during the Rugby Championship 2025 match between Argentina Pumas and New Zealand All Blacks at Jose Amalfitani Stadium on August 23, 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images)
Argentina, here beating Australia in Santa Fe 2024, will lead South America's bid to stage the RWC. (AP PHOTO)
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'The region is ready': Argentina to launch bid to host RWC 2035

Overview

  • Argentina’s rugby union confirmed an official bid to stage the 2035 tournament, which would be the event’s first appearance in South America if selected.
  • World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin is in Argentina for feasibility meetings with UAR president Gabriel Travaglini alongside Félix Páez Molina, Agustín Pichot and Sol Iglesias.
  • Buenos Aires’ proposal envisions involvement from Brazil, Chile and Uruguay as potential sub-hosts to reflect regional development.
  • Formal bid submissions are expected in the latter half of 2026, with a preferred host targeted for May 2027 and a final vote planned for November 2027.
  • Declared or reported rivals include Japan, Spain, Italy and a possible Middle East joint bid, while Argentina cites strong credentials with three World Cup semi-finals and a current top-five ranking.