Vamos! Argentina announce bid to host 2035 Rugby World Cup

In 2031, the William Webb Ellis trophy will touch down in the United States for the first time. Argentina hopes to follow in their footsteps and host the global showpiece on South American soil four years later.

But Argentina will not be alone. In their statement, the UAR confirmed that they would work with Uruguay, Chile and Brazil to host the expanded 24-team tournament.

"As part of the strategic strengthening of regional rugby, the Argentine Rugby Union (UAR) is moving forward with its official bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup," read the statement in part.

"This project is led by Argentina for the entire region and is being developed in conjunction with Sudamerica Rugby to integrate the unions of Brazil, Chile and Uruguay, consolidating a proposal that reflects the development of South American rugby.

"To further this process, a working session will be held with the participation of Alan Gilpin, CEO of World Rugby, who is visiting the country to continue analysing the feasibility of Argentina as a host for the top global event.

"The meeting and analysis sessions will be attended by Gabriel Travaglini, President of the UAR; Felix Paez Molina, Vice President of the UAR; Agustin Pichot, member of the World Rugby Council and of the SANZAAR EXCO; and Sol Iglesias, General Manager of the UAR."

Travaglini revealed that World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin is due to sit down for a discussion around the proposal.  

"The 2035 bid represents a federal objective and a legacy project that transcends our borders," said Travaglini.

"Welcoming Alan Gilpin to advance this technical analysis is a fundamental step in demonstrating that the region is ready.

"We want a World Cup that reflects the passion and development that rugby has achieved in every corner of our territory."

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