Spain's World Cup 2026 Training Plagued by Canadian Wildfire Smoke

The Spanish men's national football team is conducting their training sessions outdoors in the northwestern United States, even as the region is blanketed by smoke originating from Canadian wildfires. The air quality issues, a direct consequence of the ongoing blazes in Canada, have created a hazy and potentially unhealthy environment for athletes.

Despite the visible and pervasive smoke, Spain's preparations for the 2026 World Cup are proceeding with open-air practices. The extent of the air quality's impact on the team's training regimen and player welfare has not been detailed.

Neither the sport's governing body, FIFA, nor the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has provided an official statement or responded to inquiries regarding the decision to continue outdoor training amidst the smoky conditions.