The FIFA World Cup is coming to North Texas this summer, and Frisco has a front-row seat. Toyota Stadium has been designated a FIFA-approved Base Camp Site for the 2026 tournament, meaning national teams will train and prepare right here in our community.
What a Base Camp Site Means
FIFA Base Camp Sites serve as official training headquarters for participating national teams during the tournament. Teams use these facilities for practice sessions, recovery, and tactical preparation between matches. For Frisco, this means world-class soccer talent will be working out at the same facility where FC Dallas plays its home matches.
The designation is a significant honor that reflects the quality of Toyota Stadium’s facilities, including its training pitches, fitness centers, and the surrounding infrastructure that can support an international delegation.
The Ripple Effect on Local Business
When a World Cup team sets up camp, they bring staff, media, and fans. Hotels, restaurants, and shops throughout Frisco stand to benefit from the increased foot traffic. The global media attention alone is invaluable — journalists from dozens of countries will be filing stories that mention Frisco by name.
Local restaurants near Toyota Stadium and along the Dallas North Tollway corridor should prepare for an international clientele looking to explore North Texas dining between training sessions and matches.
Summer of Soccer in North Texas
AT&T Stadium in Arlington will host several World Cup matches, putting the DFW metroplex at the center of the soccer universe from June through July. Frisco’s role as a Base Camp Site means our city will be part of the daily rhythm of the tournament, not just a spectator.
For youth soccer players throughout the community, seeing world-class teams train at a familiar venue is an inspiration that money can’t buy. Local soccer clubs and organizations are already planning viewing parties and youth clinics timed to the tournament.
Getting Ready
The city has been coordinating with FIFA on logistics including security, transportation, and facility upgrades. While specific team assignments haven’t been announced yet, the infrastructure preparation is well underway.
This is a once-in-a-generation moment for Frisco’s sports identity. Our city has already made its mark with FC Dallas, the Frisco Roughriders, and PGA Frisco — adding a World Cup connection takes things to another level entirely.