The German Men’s National Team will base its training at Winston-Salem’s Wake Forest University for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The World Cup is coming to the Triad.

Winston-Salem was chosen by the German Men’s National Team for it’s home base for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

This means they will be training at Wake Forest University’s W. Dennie Spry Soccer Stadium and staying at The Graylyn Estate during their time.

“Wake Forest University is truly honored to host the German Men’s National Team as its official training base for the FIFA World Cup 2026,” Wake Forest University President Susan R. Wente said. 

““The cooperation with Wake Forest University is unique. We already find many things available on site and don’t have to bring everything from Germany. That makes logistics much easier. We have outstanding conditions here, both on the pitch and beyond,” said  German Men’s National Team Head Coach Julian Nagelsmann.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will happen from June 11 to July 19 in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Germany will play on June 14 at the Houston Stadium. 

The World Cup Final will be held on July 19 in New Jersey.