Overview
- Reports this week, citing The Times and regional outlets, say the United States has taken the lead in the race to host Copa América 2028, though CONMEBOL has not made any official announcement.
- CONMEBOL and CONCACAF are reportedly discussing repeating the joint format used in 2024, moving from a 16-team field to a possible 20-team tournament.
- An expansion to 20 teams would likely increase CONCACAF representation but no formal plan exists yet for how the extra berths would be divided between the two confederations.
- Organizers face a scheduling and venue challenge because the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics run from July 14–30, which could force changes to Copa América dates or the selection of host cities if the U.S. hosts.
- If confirmed, a U.S. host in 2028 would mark the country’s third Copa América in five tournaments and would underscore the commercial and infrastructure reasons that keep the United States a strong candidate.