FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Venue
NRG Stadium
Houston, United States
Capacity
72,220
WC 2026 Matches
7
Knockout Games
2
Opened
2002
Stadium Details
NRG Stadium in Houston is a retractable-roof arena hosting World Cup 2026 fixtures in Texas, including group matches and Round of 16 knockout ties.
- Location
- Houston, Texas, United States
- Address
- 1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054, USA
- Playing Surface
- Artificial turf
- Tournament Dates
- Jun 14 – Jul 5, 2026
Venue Statistics
- Total matches 7
- Group stage 5
- Knockout stage 2
- Avg predicted goals 3.7
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Stages hosted
Group Stage Round of 16 Round of 32
Historical Matches & Events
| Year | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | MLS Cup | Hosted MLS championship |
| 2026 | FIFA World Cup 2026 | Group stage and Round of 16 host |
Completed Matches at NRG Stadium
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is NRG Stadium located?
NRG Stadium is located at 1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054, USA in Houston, United States. The stadium has a tournament capacity of 72,220 seats.
How many World Cup 2026 matches will NRG Stadium host?
NRG Stadium will host 7 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, including 5 group-stage games and 2 knockout fixtures. Stages: Group Stage, Round of 16, Round of 32.
What is the capacity of NRG Stadium?
NRG Stadium has a World Cup capacity of 72,220 spectators. The stadium opened in 2002 and features a artificial turf playing surface.
What notable events has NRG Stadium hosted?
MLS Cup (2010): Hosted MLS championship. FIFA World Cup 2026 (2026): Group stage and Round of 16 host
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