North Texas Welcomes Two World Cup Teams

Two European soccer teams, Czechia and Sweden, have picked North Texas for their training and living quarters during the upcoming World Cup. Czechia will stay in Mansfield at a brand-new $85 million stadium still under construction, while Sweden will train in Frisco at Toyota Stadium, home to FC Dallas. Both stadiums are racing to finish upgrades before the tournament kicks off, but local leaders insist nothing will hold them back.Czechia booked its spot in the World Cup last minute after a nail-biting penalty shootout against Denmark, marking their first appearance in two decades. Sweden, a tournament regular with 12 previous World Cup trips, also secured its place by beating Poland. Sweden’s connection to Frisco runs deep—midfielder Hermann Johansson plays for FC Dallas, making Toyota Stadium feel like a second home. The teams aren’t wasting time. Already, they’ve scouted North Texas, and local organizers are busy finalizing plans to make their stay smooth. The goal? A stress-free environment where players can focus on the game. After all, a comfortable base camp can make a huge difference in performance.