Copa America 2024: Host Country, Key Dates, Teams, Groups, and Venues

The 2024 Copa America will be the 48th edition of the prestigious international men’s soccer championship organized by CONMEBOL. Co-organized by CONCACAF, the tournament will take place in the United States from June 20 to July 14, 2024. The winner of this tournament will later compete in the 2025 CONMEBOL–UEFA Cup of Champions against the UEFA Euro 2024 champion.

What is Copa América: History, Facts, and Winners

The Copa América is the oldest international football competition, with its inaugural edition held in 1916. Initially organized by the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL), the tournament was created to commemorate the centenary of Argentina’s independence. Over the years, it has evolved into a prestigious event, showcasing the rich football heritage of South America.

Historical Highlights

First Tournament (1916): The first Copa América took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Four teams participated: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay. Uruguay emerged victorious, marking the beginning of their dominance in early editions.

Expansion and Inclusion: The tournament expanded in the 1990s to invite teams from outside South America, including Mexico and the United States, increasing its global appeal.

Centenario (2016): The 2016 edition celebrated the centenary of the tournament, held in the United States. Chile triumphed, winning their second consecutive title.

Legendary Winners

Uruguay and Argentina are the most successful teams in Copa América history. Both teams have won the tournament 15 times.

Brazil: Known for their samba football, Brazil has clinched the title 9 times, with their latest win in 2019.

2024 Copa America: Host Country, Key Dates, Teams, Groups, and Venues

Host Country

The United States will host the Copa America 2024. This marks the second time the U.S. will host the event, following the Copa América Centenario in 2016.

Key Dates

The tournament will kick off on June 20, 2024, with the opening match at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, featuring defending champions Argentina against Canada. The final is scheduled for July 14, 2024, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida (Sporting News) (Copa America) (Copa America).

Group Stage: June 20 – July 2

Quarterfinals: July 4 – 6

Semifinals: July 9 – 10

Third Place Match: July 13

Final: July 14

Participating Teams and Groups

The tournament will feature 16 teams, an expansion from the usual 12. The teams include the 10 CONMEBOL nations and six invited teams from CONCACAF. The confirmed teams are:

CONMEBOL Teams (10 teams)

CONCACAF Teams (6 teams)

Argentina (defending champions)

Brazil

Uruguay

Colombia

Chile

Peru

Paraguay

Ecuador

Bolivia

Venezuela

United States (host)

Mexico

Jamaica

Panama

Canada (March 2024 Play-In round winners)

Costa Rica (March 2024 Play-In round winners)

Groups

The teams are divided into four groups of four. The top two teams of each group advance to the quarter-finals.

Group A: Argentina, Canada, Peru, Chile

Group B: Mexico, Ecuador, Jamaica, Venezuela

Group C: United States, Colombia, Panama, Bolivia

Group D: Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Costa Rica/Honduras

Venues

Fourteen venues across the United States will host the matches. These venues are chosen for their world-class facilities and the passionate football fanbase in their cities. The list of venues includes: