WC 2026 Host City Β· USA

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ HOUSTON

Space City kicks off

Stadium

NRG Stadium

Capacity

72,220

Matches

2 matches

Summer Temp

93Β°F / 34Β°C

Currency

USD

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Houston in July is a different kind of hot β€” 93Β°F with extreme humidity that feels like 105Β°F. NRG has a roof but the entry queues are outside. Bring an electrolyte drink, wear the lightest thing you own, and hydrate the morning before the match. METRORail to Reliant Park station is the right call every single time.

Arrive at the stadium

90 min

before kickoff β€” security queues are long on WC matchdays

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Bag Policy

Clear bag only, max 12Γ—6Γ—12 inches. No backpacks of any kind β€” including clear backpacks. One small clutch up to 4.5Γ—6.5 inches allowed.

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Cashless Stadium β€” Cards Only

No cash accepted inside. Make sure your card works internationally and has no foreign transaction fees.

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Alcohol Policy

TBD β€” check FIFA.com closer to tournament

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Fan Zone

EaDo soccer district Fan Festival (most tournament days confirmed)

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Exit Strategy

METRORail is fastest. Or wait at NRG Park with AC and food β€” traffic clears in 45–60 mins.

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Cell Service & Apps

All carriers solid. NRG has good in-stadium coverage.