The Croatia national football team has arrived in Northern Virginia as part of their preparations for the 2026 World Cup. The team landed at Dulles International Airport on Tuesday afternoon, with media present to witness their arrival. While fans were unable to greet the players, some waved as they passed by on buses heading to their training camp in Alexandria. Alexandria was selected as the base for the Croatian national team's training during the tournament. The team will stay at a local hotel and train at a high school. Various celebrations are planned in the city, including a festival called 'Flavors & Sounds of Croatia' that highlights the cultural connection between the city and Croatia.