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CONMEBOL Copa América 2019

Brazil, 14th June – 7th July 2019

Taking place in the largest country in South America, Brazil; 2019 will be the 46th tournament of the Copa América.

Since 1993, the 12 team line up has been be made up of 10 South American teams and two guest teams; this year Japan and Qatar have been invited to join, due to close links with the Asian Football Confederation.

This is Qatar’s debut appearance, becoming the first Arab nation to play in the tournament and will give the country exposure to a higher standard of football ahead of the 2022 World Cup to be hosted in Qatar.

Japan, having last played in 1999, will be making their second appearance and will be sending a full-strength, senior squad, after originally considering playing an under-23 team, in preparation of Tokyo 2020. Sending their best will strengthen the team on foreign soil and will put them in good stead for the Summer Olympics.

It goes without saying, Cellhire will be providing many local and international media, sponsors and teams with mobile connectivity for the duration of the tournament. If you’re yet to secure your connectivity, or are looking for a contingency solutions, speak to the Cellhire Events Team today.