Houston World Cup 2026 Overview
Houston gives fans a warm-weather host city with strong transport links and a busy match list.
The city guide is built for matchday planning. It keeps the stadium, fixture count, local time, transport notes and nearby fan basics in one place.
Houston Quick Facts
| Host city | Houston |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Stadium | NRG Stadium |
| FIFA venue name | Houston Stadium |
| Location | Houston, Texas |
| Capacity | 72,220 |
| Matches | 7 |
| Group stage matches | 5 |
| Knockout matches | 2 |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| Nearest airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport |
| Tournament stages | Group Stage, Round of 32 and Round of 16 |
Houston World Cup 2026 Matches
These are the fixtures scheduled for Houston. Times use the stadium timezone and can also convert on schedule pages.
| Date | Match | Round | Kickoff | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2026 | Germany vs Curaçao | Group E | 12:00 PM CDT | Houston Stadium |
| Jun 17, 2026 | Portugal vs Congo DR | Group K | 12:00 PM CDT | Houston Stadium |
| Jun 20, 2026 | Netherlands vs Sweden | Group F | 12:00 PM CDT | Houston Stadium |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | Group K | 12:00 PM CDT | Houston Stadium |
| Jun 26, 2026 | Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia | Group H | 7:00 PM CDT | Houston Stadium |
| Jun 29, 2026 | Brazil vs Japan | Round of 32 | 12:00 PM CDT | Houston Stadium |
| Jul 4, 2026 | Canada vs Morocco | Round of 16 | 12:00 PM CDT | Houston Stadium |
Stadium Guide
NRG Stadium is the listed World Cup 2026 venue for Houston.
Capacity: 72,220. Surface: Artificial turf.
Travel And Transport
METRORail serves the NRG Park area from central Houston.
Nearest airport: George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Tickets And Entry
Use official ticket routes before buying seats for Houston matches.
Plan ticket checks, bag checks and gate queues before kickoff.
Fan Guide
The retractable roof helps manage Houston summer conditions.
Keep the match ticket, ID and transport plan ready before leaving your hotel.
Hotels Near Houston Matches
- The Westin Houston Medical Center
- Hilton Houston Plaza Medical Center
- Blossom Hotel Houston
- Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center
- Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Things To Do Nearby
- Museum District
- Hermann Park
- Houston Zoo
Weather During World Cup 2026
Hot and humid weather is likely outside the stadium.
Check weather again before travelling to the stadium.
Local Time For Fans
The listed city timezone is America/Chicago.
Schedule pages can convert kickoff times for fans watching from another country.
Houston FAQ
Is Houston a World Cup 2026 host city?
Yes. Houston is listed as a World Cup 2026 host city in USA.
How many World Cup 2026 matches will Houston host?
Houston is listed for 7 World Cup 2026 matches.
Which stadium is used in Houston?
NRG Stadium is the listed World Cup 2026 stadium for Houston.
What timezone does Houston use for kickoffs?
The listed timezone is America/Chicago. Schedule pages can convert times for other countries.
Where should fans stay for Houston matches?
Fans should compare city centre, airport and stadium-area hotels. Book early because match weeks can lift demand quickly.
How should fans travel to the stadium?
METRORail serves the NRG Park area from central Houston. Check official transport updates close to matchday.
Last updated: June 10, 2026. Host city, stadium and fixture details were checked against the Soccer26Live schedule data and the FIFA World Cup 2026 venue list.