Could the US host again? The 2028 Copa América is slated to return to the United States, according to international outlets, though CONMEBOL and the national federations have yet to confirm the venue.
Which nations threw their hats in the ring to host Copa América 2028?
The Times claims the United States edged out Ecuador and Argentina to win the bid for the next continental showdown.
If confirmed, this would mark the third time in twelve years the US stages the tournament, following the 2016 centennial edition and the 2024 event won by Argentina.
Why might the US be chosen again as the tournament’s home?
Economic factors appear to drive the choice. Sources say each participating federation would initially receive about four million dollars if the cup were held in South America.
In contrast, hosting in the US could lift that sum to roughly 16 million per federation—a gap that likely tipped the scales. In my view, the financial lure outweighs tradition.
Will the larger field reshape the competition?
Speculation also swirls around the format. While nothing is official yet, the 2028 edition may feature 20 national teams, the largest lineup in the competition’s history.
Fans now await an official CONMEBOL statement to lock in the host, format and other details. The tournament is scheduled for June‑July 2028.
Thus, the United States reemerges as the continent’s premier stage, though formal approval is still pending before the venue is set in stone.