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NRG Stadium

Houston · USA · 72,220 seats

About NRG Stadium at the 2026 World Cup

NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, is the first covered stadium with a retractable roof to host a World Cup. With a capacity of over 72,000, home to the NFL's Houston Texans, it offers the advantage of shielding fans from Texas's intense June heat. Houston, the largest city in Texas and the fourth-largest in the USA, has the highest proportion of Hispanic residents of any major American city, making it a venue with massive support for Latin American teams.

Quick facts

City
Houston
Country
USA
Capacity
72,220
Competition
FIFA World Cup 2026

2026 World Cup matches at NRG Stadium

Detailed schedule with dates and kick-off times will be updated as FIFA confirms match assignments for each venue.

Frequently asked questions about NRG Stadium

What 2026 World Cup matches will NRG Stadium Houston host?
NRG Stadium in Houston will host group stage matches at the 2026 World Cup. Its retractable roof provides protection from Texas's extreme June heat.