South American nations confirm joint 2030 WC bid

SANTIAGO: Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay confirmed a joint bid to host the 2030 World Cup when their government officials signed documents in Santiago to present to FIFA.

“This is the first legal step we need to take to bid at FIFA,” said Pablo Milad, president of Chilean Football Association.

The bidders plan to offer 18 stadia, including Uruguay’s Centenario Stadium, site of the first World Cup final. “We have a deficit in infrastructure in South America in comparison with Europe,” Milad said. “But that will not be a hurdle for us to work from now to improve.” USA, Mexico and Canada will hold the 2026 World Cup.