With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to take place in North America this summer, men’s national soccer teams around the world are looking for training centers for their respective programs, with Baylor (Tenn.) becoming the latest announced location.
The Spanish national soccer team will bring its club to the Volunteer State, according to an official news release from the Baylor school on Friday. According to a press release, the Spanish national team will use the Red Raiders’ facilities as a training site in preparation for the World Cup, which this year will be played between the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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“This is an extraordinary opportunity for Baylor and the Chattanooga community,” Baylor Schools Chancellor Chris Angel said via press release. “Baylor has long had a global focus, and we are honored and excited to be selected as the training site for such a prestigious international sporting event. Hosting the Spanish Games puts our school on the world stage and reflects the exceptional quality of our campus, facilities and infrastructure to support elite athletic performance.”
According to the latest FIFA country rankings, the Spanish team is currently ranked first in the world. La Roja The last time they won the World Cup was in 2010.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in three North American countries from June 11 to July 19, with the finals taking place in New Jersey. The championship final will be held on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.
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“It’s a huge honor for Chattanooga to host a World Cup team,” said Chattanooga’s mayor. Tim Kelly told the Times Free Press last week. “The Spanish team is the better team and they are the top seed in the tournament. This proves that Chattanooga has become an internationally recognized soccer city. As mayor, I am very proud.”
About Baylor School
Baylor is a prestigious private school located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, known for its rigorous academics, competitive athletics and rich extracurricular programs. The school offers a range of AP and Honors courses to prepare students for higher education and future careers. Baylor’s athletic teams are highly successful, regularly winning state championships and fostering school pride. The school emphasizes leadership, community service and personal growth to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for future success.
