The world is coming to NRG Stadium (rebranded as Houston Stadium for the tournament). As one of the premier American host venues for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Houston is set to host 7 matches, including a Round of 16 on July 4. The venue welcomes Germany, Portugal, Netherlands, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, and Curacao to its dome in southwest Houston. Whether you are a local fan in The Bayou City or traveling in from across Texas, having a reliable, easy-to-read schedule is essential.
To help you follow every match at NRG Stadium, we built a free Houston 2026 World Cup Printable Schedule (PDF). The low-ink design fits all 5 group-stage games plus the Round of 32 and Round of 16 fixtures on a single sheet, sized for the fridge or a clipboard at the watch party.
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NRG Stadium Match Schedule
NRG Stadium hosts 5 group-stage matches across Groups E, F, H, and K plus 2 knockout fixtures, including a Round of 16 game on July 4 (Independence Day). Both Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal group games in the U.S. are here, plus Germany’s tournament opener and Netherlands’ second group match.
Houston is in the Central Time zone (CT); Eastern Time (ET) is +1 hour later.
| Date | Matchup | Round | Kickoff (Local / ET) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jun 14 | Germany vs Curacao | Group E | 12:00 PM CT / 1:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Wed, Jun 17 | Portugal vs DR Congo | Group K | 12:00 PM CT / 1:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Sat, Jun 20 | Netherlands vs Sweden | Group F | 12:00 PM CT / 1:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Tue, Jun 23 | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | Group K | 12:00 PM CT / 1:00 PM ET | FOX |
| Fri, Jun 26 | Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia | Group H | 7:00 PM CT / 8:00 PM ET | FS1 |
| Mon, Jun 29 | Winner Group C vs 2nd Place Group F | Round of 32 | TBD | FOX/FS1 |
| Sat, Jul 4 | TBD vs TBD | Round of 16 | TBD | FOX/FS1 |
Kickoff times subject to change by FIFA. Knockout teams confirmed once group stage results conclude.
Venue Spotlight: NRG Stadium
- Capacity: ~71,000 (tournament configuration)
- Surface: Natural grass overlay (FIFA-mandated)
- Opening Year: 2002
- Key Feature: Retractable roof and air-conditioned dome environment ideal for summer matches in the Texas heat
Located in southwest Houston in the NRG Park complex, NRG Stadium is home to the NFL’s Texans and an annual host of major events including the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. For the 2026 tournament the venue installed a hybrid natural grass overlay and adopted the FIFA-mandated “Houston Stadium” branding. METRORail’s Red Line stops at Stadium Park/Astrodome station with a short walk to the gates, and FIFA shuttle service runs from downtown Houston on match days. For more local detail, see the official FIFA Houston host city page.
Houston Host City FAQ
- How many World Cup games are in Houston? Houston hosts 7 matches at NRG Stadium: 5 group-stage games (Groups E, F, H, and K) plus 1 Round of 32 match on June 29 and 1 Round of 16 match on July 4, 2026.
- Where is the FIFA Fan Festival in Houston? The official FIFA Fan Festival for Houston will be located at Discovery Green downtown, with live screenings of every match, food vendors, and concerts. Final hours and schedule confirmed closer to the tournament.
- What is the best way to get to NRG Stadium? Take METRORail’s Red Line to Stadium Park/Astrodome station; the entrance is a short walk away. FIFA shuttle service from downtown Houston is also available. Driving and parking around NRG Park will be heavily restricted on match days.
2026 World Cup Resources and Hub
Stay updated with everything happening across the tournament. Check out our specialized guides:
- 2026 World Cup Portal Hub: Every team, every group, one page.
- Printable 2026 World Cup Bracket: The full 48-team master bracket.
- Printable 2026 World Cup Brackets Groups Filled In: The 48-team bracket with all groups pre-filled.
- Printable 2026 World Cup Team Schedules: All 48 qualified teams with tailored printable PDFs.
- Custom World Cup Bracket Maker: Build and share your own predictions.
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