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NRG Stadium: World Cup 2026 Guide

Official FIFA name: Houston Stadium

Houston, Texas, USA·Capacity: 72,220·6 matches

Venue Details

Capacity

72,220

Home Team

Houston Texans (NFL)

Location

Houston, Texas

Country

USA

World Cup Role

Group Stage & Round of 32

Total Matches

6 matches

Nearest Airport

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) — 20 miles

Matches at NRG Stadium

DateMatchRound / GroupKick-off (ET)
Group stageGroup stage matches — see full schedule
Round of 32Round of 32 match

About NRG Stadium

NRG Stadium is one of the largest venues in the tournament and brings the World Cup to Houston, one of the most diverse cities in America. The fully retractable roof makes it one of the few indoor-capable venues in the competition — essential in the Texas summer heat.

Home of the Houston Texans, the stadium hosted Super Bowl LI in 2017 and the atmosphere generated by its giant crowds is well established. Houston is a city with a massive Latin American population which will make the atmosphere for matches involving South American and Central American sides unlike anything else in the tournament.

How to Get to NRG Stadium

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Nearest Airport

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) — 20 miles

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Check official FIFA transport guides for shuttle buses, rail connections and park-and-ride options from the airport to NRG Stadium. Arriving early is strongly recommended for group stage and knockout matches as road networks around major stadiums will be under significant pressure.

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NRG Stadium World Cup 2026 — FAQ

What World Cup 2026 games are at NRG Stadium?

Group stage: Group stage matches — see full schedule | Round of 32: Round of 32 match

Where is NRG Stadium located?

NRG Stadium is located in Houston, Texas, USA. The nearest airport is George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) — 20 miles.

What is the capacity of NRG Stadium for World Cup 2026?

NRG Stadium has a capacity of 72,220 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

How do I get to NRG Stadium for the World Cup?

The nearest airport is George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) — 20 miles. Fans should use official FIFA transport options including shuttle buses and rail connections. Allow extra travel time on match days.

What is NRG Stadium normally used for?

NRG Stadium is the regular home of Houston Texans (NFL).

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