The NT has chosen Austin, Texas, as its main training base for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

2026-02-05
14:16:33

The Saudi national team has selected Austin, Texas, as its main training base for the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, which will be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Austin was chosen after a comprehensive technical and logistical evaluation process that included site visits, assessments of the readiness of sports facilities, the suitability of the climate, and the quality of training facilities.

Its proximity to the host cities of the national team's matches in the tournament also contributed to the selection, minimizing travel time and thus improving the efficiency of the daily program.

This selection is part of the team's overall strategy for preparing for the World Cup, which focuses on providing a stable and motivating working environment for the technical and administrative staff. This will allow for the implementation of training and development programs according to the highest standards and enhance the players' physical and mental readiness throughout the tournament.

The national team is participating in Group H of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ alongside Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde, in the tournament which will be held from June 11 to July 19, 2026.