South American Nations Submit Joint Bid to Host 2030 World Cup
Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay have officially submitted their joint bid to host the 2030 World Cup – 100 years after the inaugural tournament was held in Montevideo.
Return to Where Football Was Born
The four South American nations have called for the World Cup to return to “where football was born”. They will compete with a joint bid from Spain and Portugal, and possible bids from Morocco and Saudi Arabia.
Previous Hosts and World Champions
Uruguay won the first World Cup as hosts when it was held in the country’s capital Montevideo in 1930. Argentina, the 1978 hosts, were crowned world champions for a third time at Qatar in 2022. Chile also previously hosted in 1962.
Bid to Honour Football’s History
Alejandro Dominguez, South American Football Confederation (Conmebol) president, said: “The 2030 World Cup is not just another World Cup, it deserves a celebration with recognition for 100 years. We are convinced that Fifa has an obligation to honour the memory of those who came before us and believed in greatness and made the first World Cup.”
Passion for Football
Argentine Football Association (Afa) president Claudio Tapia said: “As world champions, we carry out this launch, which is the dream of all South Americans – not only on the centenary of the first edition, but because of the passion with which we live football.”
Invitation to Join the Dream
Argentina’s President Alberto Fernandez also said on Twitter that neighbouring Bolivia will be asked to join “this dream”.
Other Bids and Hosts
The United States, Canada, and Mexico will co-host the 2026 World Cup.
Conclusion
The 2030 World Cup bid is a significant moment in the history of football, and the joint bid from Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay aims to honour the memory of the first World Cup held 100 years ago. With their passion for football and commitment to making the tournament a success, the South American nations are well-positioned to host an unforgettable event.
FAQs
Q: Why are Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay bidding to host the 2030 World Cup?
A: The four nations want to return the World Cup to its birthplace and honour the memory of the first tournament held 100 years ago.
Q: Who will be competing with the South American nations for the bid?
A: Spain and Portugal have submitted a joint bid, and Morocco and Saudi Arabia are also considering bidding.
Q: What is the significance of the 2030 World Cup?
A: The tournament will be held 100 years after the first World Cup, making it a unique and historic event in the history of football.