LOUISVILLE, Ky. — FIFA has released possible team ‘base camp’ locations for the 2026 World Cup — and Louisville is on the list.
The World Cup will be played across all of North America, with games in Canada, Mexico and the U.S.
There’s 48 teams participating in the World Cup. Each team will need a hub where players, staff and officials will spend their time during the group stage.
Opened in 2021, the Lynn Family Sports Vision & Training Center serves as the everyday home for professional soccer clubs Louisville City FC and Racing Louisville FC along with their front office, youth academy and charitable foundation.
“We’re honored to be in the running as a base camp site for the 2026 World Cup,” James O’Connor, Soccer Holdings’ president, said. “This is a testament to the continued investment from our ownership group, lockstep partnership with city officials and strong community support surrounding our clubs. The same fields that are home to the young kids in our academy’s juniors program all the way up to high-level professionals could propel a nation toward the World Cup. All of Louisville should be proud of how far we’ve come as a soccer city in such a short amount of time.”
Louisville is listed among 24 high grade locations in FIFA’s initial search. While it’s not official Louisville will be picked by a team, it’s a positive sign for the city. Teams will submit the location to stay, following the World Cup draw, coming late next year.
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