UCAM represented at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Sports Master’s Faculty and Alumni
Professionals linked to the UCAM Spanish Sports University are part of national team staffs and the media coverage of the world’s biggest football event
Catholic University of Murcia is making its mark at the 2026 FIFA World Cup through professors and alumni connected to the sports master’s programs at UCAM Spanish Sports University.
Patrick Cormier, an alumnus of UCAM’s Master’s in High Performance Sport, is part of the performance department for the Canadian national football team, integrated into the national squad's technical structure for the tournament.
Additionally, José Luis Pérez, a professor in UCAM’s Online Master’s in Sports Journalism, is currently in New York covering the World Cup on the ground as a sports photojournalist. Joining this lineup is Toscana Viar, the nutritionist for the Spanish national team during the World Cup, who teaches in the Master’s in High Performance Sport. Furthermore, Mireia Porta, sports nutritionist for FC Barcelona—who is currently working with the United States national team—will join the UCAM faculty next academic year.
Through these experts, UCAM is actively represented across the 2026 World Cup ecosystem in key areas such as nutrition, communication, physical preparation, and high performance. This strong presence reflects UCAM Spanish Sports University’s commitment to collaborating with industry-leading professionals and offering education with a distinct international projection.