How often does Copa America take place? Finals & all you need to know

The 2019 Copa America is in full swing this summer in Brazil as holders Chile attempt to defend their title, with 12 teams battling it out to be crowned continental champions.

You may be surprised, however, to learn that there is another Copa America tournament to be held next year in 2020.

This means that there will be two Copa America tournaments held back-to-back, a deviation from the usual norm where international competitions are separated by a longer time period. The European championships, for instance, are held every four years, while the Africa Cup of Nations is held every two years.

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