Global football stars set to electrify US communities

-  The 32 best soccer teams in the world will be arriving at their respective Team Base Camp Training Sites in the coming days ahead of the inaugural Fifa Club World Cup.

-  Top-notch training sites in 14 states across the United States to serve as bases for world class players and coaches as they prepare for group stage matches

- Locals will get the chance to rally behind the 32 elite teams that will compete in the first ever truly global tournament

As the countdown to the inaugural Fifa Club World Cup continues, Fifa has confirmed the 34 Fifa Club World Cup Team Base Camp Training Sites that the 32 qualified clubs will utilise throughout the group stage of the competition.

From Florida to Washington, New Jersey to California and beyond, the 32 participating clubs hailing from 20 different nations have selected sites in 14 states across the country, ensuring that the impact of the highly anticipated competition resonates in communities both in and out of the cities where the tournament’s 63 matches will be staged.

“We’re pleased to confirm the Team Base Camp training sites that will host qualified clubs throughout the group stage of the first-ever Fifa Club World Cup,” said Fifa Secretary General, Mattias Grafström.

“These sites and more significantly the people and communities that surround them will welcome the world’s best, providing first-class environments and hospitality in support of the teams.”

“The clubs, their players, coaches, management, staff and fans will build incredible connections with the local people that support them throughout the tournament. This is a consistently important part of any World Cup, and I can’t wait to learn about the bonds forged throughout this historic event.”

Florida (9), California (5), New Jersey (4), North Carolina (3), Virginia (2), Tennessee (2) and Washington (2) are home to training sites that have been selected to be used by multiple clubs.

Locations in Georgia, Maryland, Michigan, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and West Virginia will also play a crucial role throughout the competition, offering elite training environments as teams gets set to compete on the global stage.

The Major League Soccer (MLS) training centres of Charlotte FC, DC United, Inter Miami CF, Nashville SC, Philadelphia Union and Seattle Sounders will be used as Team Base Camp Training Sites throughout the tournament – recognition of the world-class infrastructure that has been developed by MLS clubs.

Teams will also utilise a range of other facilities throughout the competition. Venue Specific Training Sites located close to match stadiums will offer great hubs for teams the day before matches and throughout the playoffs.

Tickets for Fifa Club World Cup 2025 matches are available at Fifa.com/tickets, while every match at the tournament will be streamed live and for free globally on DAZN.com.