Netherlands Coach Praises Kansas City as World Cup Base Camp

The Dutch national team will train at The Current facility for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Netherlands soccer coach has expressed his approval of Kansas City as the team's base camp location for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Dutch national team will train at The Current facility during the tournament.

Why it matters

The selection of Kansas City as a World Cup base camp is a significant boost for the city's profile on the global soccer stage. It highlights the city's sports infrastructure and ability to host major international events.

The details

The Netherlands coach highlighted the quality of The Current facility, the city's central location, and the passionate soccer fan base in Kansas City as key factors in the team's decision to choose the city as its base of operations for the World Cup.

  • The Netherlands announced Kansas City as its World Cup base camp on February 14, 2026.

The players

The Netherlands

The national soccer team of the Netherlands, which has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Current

A state-of-the-art sports training facility in Kansas City that will host the Netherlands national team during the 2026 World Cup.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to be making Kansas City our base camp for the World Cup. The facilities at The Current are world-class, and the city's central location and passionate soccer fans make it an ideal fit for our team.”

— Netherlands Coach (Kansas City Star)

What’s next

The Netherlands will begin training at The Current facility in the months leading up to the 2026 World Cup, which will be held across multiple cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The takeaway

Kansas City's selection as a World Cup base camp is a testament to the city's growing reputation as a premier destination for international soccer events, further solidifying its status as a hub for sports and entertainment in the Midwest.