NRG Stadium
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Venue Details
Capacity
72,220
Surface
Grass
Roof
Retractable
Opened
2002
WC 2026 Matches
5
Final Venue
No
Parking
Available
Venue Overview
NRG Stadium in Houston features a retractable roof — essential for combating the intense Texas summer heat during the World Cup. This 72,220-seat venue is the first NFL stadium to feature a retractable roof and has hosted Super Bowls, the NCAA Final Four, and international football matches. Houston's massive Latino community ensures a vibrant atmosphere.
Getting There
- Nearest Airport
- George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)
- 35 km from venue
- Nearest City
- Houston
- Public Transport
- METRORail Red Line to NRG Park/Fanfest Station; METRO bus routes; ride-share via Kirby Drive and Main Street entrances
Location
NRG Stadium
Houston, Texas, USA
29.6847°N, 95.4107°W
Book Travel
Fly into George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) — 35 km from the venue.
World Cup 2026 Fixtures at This Venue
Group Stage · Group E
Germany vs Curaçao
June 14, 2026 · 18:00 UTC · 13:00 EST
Group Stage · Group K
Portugal vs DR Congo
June 17, 2026 · 18:00 UTC · 13:00 EST
Group Stage · Group F
Netherlands vs Sweden
June 20, 2026 · 18:00 UTC · 13:00 EST
Group Stage · Group K
Portugal vs Uzbekistan
June 23, 2026 · 18:00 UTC · 13:00 EST
Group Stage · Group H
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia
June 26, 2026 · 01:00 UTC · 20:00 EST
Round of 32 · Group
Group C Winners vs Group F Runner-up
June 29, 2026 · 18:00 UTC · 13:00 EST
Round of 16 · Group
Match 73 Winner vs Match 75 Winner
July 4, 2026 · 18:00 UTC · 13:00 EST