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Hosting Spanish national team has ‘massive’ value for Chattanooga
Chattanooga has a once-in-a-generation branding opportunity this month as some of the world's highest paid and most followed athletes, and their hordes of devoted fans, have their eyes on the city during the World Cup.

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Meet ‘La Roja’: 7 things to know about the Spanish national team
The Scenic City is adorned in red and yellow as the Spanish national team is set to arrive Friday for a lengthy stay at its new home away from home for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Video: Chattanooga prepares to host the Spanish national team
What does it take to prepare a small Appalachian city to host one of the best teams in the world? For starters, a locked-down hotel and over 400 pounds of Iberico ham. To read Lyric's full story, click the link in our bio. Video by Brynn Meisse
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Chattanooga among dozens of World Cup team hubs. See full list
Chattanooga is one of several cities across North America that will soon get a heavy dose of global soccer stardom. The Scenic City will become home to the Spanish national team for training during the first stage of the 2026 World Cup.

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Food Scene: Chattanooga prepares to host the Spanish national team
What does it take to prepare a small Appalachian city to host one of the best teams in the world? For starters, a locked-down hotel and over 400 pounds of Iberico ham.

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Portion of Broad Street closed in Chattanooga for Spanish national team
A portion of Broad Street in downtown Chattanooga is closed for security measures ahead of the arrival of the Spanish national team for the World Cup soccer tournament, according to a press release from the city of Chattanooga.

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Video: Chattanooga hosts the Spanish national team for World Cup
Here is what you need to know before the Spanish national team sets its roots in the Scenic City for World Cup competition. Video by Brynn Meisse and Sam Kohn
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Reyna, Berhalter, Zendejas on US World Cup roster, while Luna and Tessmann left off by Pochettino
Tim Ream was filled with anxiety, right up until 1 p.m. Friday.

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CSLA advances in state soccer; Cleveland falls
It was only five years ago that the Chattanooga School for the Liberal Arts chose to start welcoming high school students.

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Atlanta bracing to host 8 World Cup matches, including a semifinal showdown: Things to know
Atlanta is bracing to host World Cup fans from around the globe and has something for everyone to enjoy. Visitors should prepare for June and July temperatures averaging nearly 90 degrees, but the city known for its sports culture and Southern hospitality is ready to host one of the world’s largest sporting events.
