Brazil to host 2021 Copa America after Argentina ruled out
Al Jazeera
Postponed South American football tournament scheduled to be played between June 13 and July 10.
Brazil have been named hosts of the 2021 Copa America after Argentina pulled out amid an increase in COVID-19 cases in the country. Argentina made the surprise announcement on Sunday night and South American football confederation CONMEBOL said it was weighing “the offer of other nations who showed interest in hosting the continental tournament”. On Monday, CONMEBOL confirmed Brazil, the reigning champions, will take on hosting duties.
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