World Rugby announced that 27 U.S. cities and regions have officially entered the Applicant Phase for hosting the 2031 Men’s Rugby World Cup — a major step toward the first Rugby World Cup on American soil.

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Arizona, Atlanta, Baltimore, Birmingham, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles Region, Miami, Minneapolis, Nashville, New Orleans, New York/New Jersey, Orlando, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, St. Louis, Vancouver, and Washington DC.

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The news was shared at the United by Rugby Summit in Chicago, ahead of the sold-out Ireland vs. New Zealand match at Soldier Field, underscoring the rapid growth of rugby in the U.S.

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In total, 27 cities/areas representing 33 venues have submitted signed Letters of Intent to advance in the selection process. Is your city one of them? (Image: World Rugby)

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Did You Know?

Youth Across the U.S.

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The US Rugby Foundation proudly supports youth rugby in all 27 cities and regions advancing in the 2031 MRWC selection process. You can be part of this historic moment by helping us empower the next generation of ruggers on their path to 2031 and beyond.