Could the United States host the Copa América again? After staging the 2016 and 2024 editions— the latter seeing Messi’s Argentina retain the crown— the tournament may return to American soil for a third time in 12 years.
Claro Sports confirmed that CONMEBOL and CONCACAF are jointly pushing to bring the championship back to the U.S., lending credence to earlier speculation about such a move.
A U.S. venue would reopen the door for CONCACAF sides to face South American foes. Six CONCACAF nations, including Mexico, the United States and Canada—the 2026 World Cup co‑hosts— competed in the last edition.
The United States now looks like the frontrunner, edging out Argentina and Ecuador, which have slipped in the race, according to Claro Sports. In my view, the US bid injects fresh commercial energy into the event.
Reports indicate the 2028 Copa América will travel to the United States, featuring ten South American teams plus six CONCACAF nations. CONMEBOL is weighing an expansion to 20 squads. #USMNT — Larry Henry Jr (@lhenry019) October 7, 2026
Scheduling presents the biggest Copa América challenge – will the calendar accommodate both the tournament and the Olympics?
Scheduling remains the toughest hurdle, as the tournament traditionally unfolds between June and July.
July 2028 will also host the Los Angeles Olympics, forcing the confederations to rethink venues and likely rule out L.A. for Copa matches.
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