Japan's National Team Threatens to Leave Monterrey Over Poor Pitch, Moves to Rayados Facility

The Japan national football team arrived in Monterrey on June 2 to begin its World Cup preparations. They were welcomed by Nuevo León Governor Samuel García.

However, the team reported that the training grounds at Tigres’ CET were in poor condition, posing a potential injury risk. The complaints prompted Japanese officials to consider abandoning the city.

Ultimately, they received permission to train at Rayados’ El Barrial complex. The move allowed Japan to continue its pre‑World Cup camp without further disruption.