Argentina has formally submitted a joint bid with Uruguay, Chile, and Brazil to host the 2035 men’s Rugby World Cup, marking the first official attempt by Argentina to stage the tournament. The announcement was made on Monday as part of a presentation to World Rugby, which included the necessary technical documentation to support the South American proposal.

Argentina, which has reached the Rugby World Cup semifinals three times, would be the tournament’s first host nation from South America if the bid is successful. Despite its strong rugby pedigree, Argentina has never hosted the event. The forthcoming tournaments will take place in Australia in 2027, followed by the United States in 2031, which will be the first time the United States hosts the Rugby World Cup.

Felix Paez Molina, president of the Argentine Rugby Union, described the bid as a significant milestone for rugby in Argentina and the region. He emphasized the opportunity to showcase South America’s enthusiasm for the sport and demonstrate the capacity of the countries involved to organize large international competitions.

The joint bid aligns with a growing trend of multi-nation hosting arrangements in major international tournaments, reflecting collaborative efforts to leverage regional infrastructure and fan bases. Uruguay, Chile, and Brazil will join Argentina in the effort to bring the Rugby World Cup to South America for the first time, potentially expanding global interest in the sport across the continent.

World Rugby has yet to announce a timeline for the final decision on the 2035 host, but the submission of technical documents marks an important step in the evaluation process. The organization will assess bids based on criteria including venue quality, logistical capacity, commercial viability, and potential for rugby development.

If successful, the 2035 Rugby World Cup would represent a milestone in the sport’s expansion, highlighting South America’s growing presence on the global rugby stage.