Mansfield Stadium Selected as Team Base Camp Option for FIFA World Cup 2026
Friday, April 18
MANSFIELD, Texas – FIFA has officially announced the addition of 14 new Team Base Camp options for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, with Mansfield Stadium included as one of the newly listed venues in the United States.
The designation places Mansfield Stadium in a global spotlight, recognizing the venue’s state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to delivering an elite training and operational experience for international teams competing in the world’s most prestigious soccer tournament.
Currently under construction and set to be completed in 2026, Mansfield Stadium will serve as the home venue for North Texas Soccer Club – the MLS NEXT Pro affiliate of FC Dallas – starting next year. FIFA Team Base Camps are official locations where teams train and reside during the tournament. Each camp is evaluated for its ability to offer comfort, accessibility, and performance-level amenities for players and staff.
REV Entertainment, FC Dallas, and the City of Mansfield are proud to support FIFA’s mission of elevating the sport globally and is excited about the opportunity to welcome one of the 48 competing nations to Mansfield. More information on Team Base Camp selections is available at inside.fifa.com.
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
“We’re incredibly excited to see Mansfield named as one of the FIFA World Cup 2026 base camp cities. This shines a global spotlight on a vibrant and growing community that we’re proud to be a part of. With our MLS NEXT Pro team, North Texas SC, set to call Mansfield home in 2026, our partnership with REV Entertainment and the City of Mansfield represents an incredible opportunity to grow the game and build something special in a world-class venue. It’s a win for soccer, for our club, and most importantly, for the residents of Mansfield.”
– Jimmy Smith, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer of FC Dallas
“This is a tremendous honor for everyone involved in bringing Mansfield Stadium to life. Being selected by FIFA as a potential training site for the World Cup reflects the world-class caliber of Mansfield Stadium and exemplifies the vision we share for bringing global sports to the venue.”
– Sean Decker, President of REV Entertainment
About Mansfield Stadium: Mansfield Stadium is a multi-use soccer stadium complex located in Mansfield, Texas. The facility is expected to open in the summer of 2026. The project is a partnership between the City of Mansfield, FC Dallas, and REV Entertainment. REV Entertainment and FC Dallas will serve as the operator of the venue upon completion. In addition to the stadium, the proposed 250-acre Staybolt Street development includes residential, retail, family entertainment, hotel and conference center and entertainment venues. North Texas Soccer Club, the MLS NEXT Pro affiliate of FC Dallas, will play their future home games at Mansfield Stadium as the venue’s primary tenant.
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