Houston, TX · USA

NRG Stadium

72,220 seats · Retractable roof · Hybrid grass

5 · Matches at this venue
2002 · Built in
IAH · Nearest airport
  • 72,220seats
  • 2002Built in
  • 5Matches at this venue
  • Retractableroof
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METRORail Red Line direct to Stadium Park / Reliant Park station. Book your stay, your flight and your pre-match experience before kickoff.

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History & heritage

NRG Stadium opened in 2002 in Houston, USA, and serves as the home of Houston Texans (NFL). With a capacity of 72,220, it ranks among the top venues of the FIFA World Cup 2026 — a tournament built around the largest combined seating in football history.

The pitch uses hybrid grass under retractable cover, configured to FIFA standards for the world's most-watched event. Match-day operations leverage decades of NFL/MLS/Liga MX experience: streamlined ingress, accessibility infrastructure, and concession capacity unique to North-American mega-venues.

Transport & access

METRORail Red Line direct to Stadium Park / Reliant Park station.

Stadium adjoins the Astrodome and Houston Livestock complex.

Matches at this venue

Group stage · Jun 12, 2026
Group B · #2 vs Group B · #4
Group stage · Jun 16, 2026
Group E · #3 vs Group E · #4
Group stage · Jun 19, 2026
Group G · #2 vs Group G · #3
Group stage · Jun 22, 2026
Group J · #2 vs Group J · #4
Round of 32 · Jul 1, 2026
R32 14A vs R32 14B

Hotels nearby

Medical Center hotels are 10 min by rail; Downtown Houston 25 min.

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Food & activities

NRG Park concessions feature Pappas Bar-B-Q and Texas-style brisket.

Traveler tips

Insider tip: Roof closes for >32°C heat — check the forecast 24h before; closed-roof games run cooler than open Texas air.

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FAQ

FAQ

What is the capacity of NRG Stadium?

NRG Stadium seats 72,220 spectators for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.

When was NRG Stadium built?

NRG Stadium opened in 2002 and is the home of Houston Texans (NFL).

How do I get to NRG Stadium?

METRORail Red Line direct to Stadium Park / Reliant Park station.

What is the nearest airport?

IAH · HOU.

Where should I stay near NRG Stadium?

Medical Center hotels are 10 min by rail; Downtown Houston 25 min.

What food options are available?

NRG Park concessions feature Pappas Bar-B-Q and Texas-style brisket.

Does NRG Stadium have a roof?

NRG Stadium has a retractable configuration with hybrid grass.

How many World Cup 2026 matches are scheduled here?

5 matches are scheduled at NRG Stadium during the tournament.

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