
US Men's National Soccer Team selects Irvine as World Cup headquarters following an extensive three-year search spearheaded by Coach Pochettino.
The US Men's National Team has chosen the Great Park Sports Complex in Irvine, California as their base for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following an extensive three-year search that included 27 potential sites and pivotal input from head coach Mauricio Pochettino. This strategic decision places the team in a state-of-the-art facility ideal for handling the demands of the expanded 48-team tournament format and offers a stable preparation ground amidst the event's increased scope and duration.












