Team Spain has chosen

Chattanooga

The world's #1 ranked football team - reigning European Champions and 2010 World Cup winners - will call the Scenic City home during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Experience the magic up close while discovering why Chattanooga is one of America's most celebrated destinations. 

Why Chattanooga?

After a rigorous evaluation of facilities across North America, Spain chose Chattanooga — and it's easy to see why. Our city met every benchmark: elite training infrastructure, privacy, security, and seamless access to Atlanta match venues less than two hours away.

Named "The Friendliest City" in America by Condé Nast Traveler, Chattanooga is also ideally positioned as a Southeast hub for fans attending multiple World Cup matches. Stay here, explore here, and make the short drive or quick flight to games across the region. If you want to get more involved, our Community Welcome Guide has everything locals and businesses need to celebrate the moment and roll out the red carpet for visitors from around the world.

Whether you're here for a weekend or the entire group stage, the Scenic City delivers — world-class outdoor adventure, a booming food scene, and culture around every corner, all set against the natural beauty of the Tennessee River and Lookout Mountain.

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Happening While You're Here

Spain's 2026 Schedule

Date Match Location Type
June 6 Community Training Session

Baylor School, Chattanooga

Local Ticketed Event
June 11 World Cup Kicks Off

Mexico City, Mexico

Tournament Opens
June 15 Spain vs. Cape Verde

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA 

Match Day
June 21 Spain vs. Saudi Arabia

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA 

Match Day
June 27 Spain vs. Uruguay

Guadalajara, Mexico

Match Day