Houston's Shell Energy Stadium will host the final of the 2026 CONCACAF W Championship on Saturday, Dec. 5.

The 2026 World Cup could be the most polluting ever, as Houston ranks last among host cities in sustainability.

The complete 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule, including match dates, kickoff times, group stage fixtures and knockout rounds across the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Houston's Reliant Stadium will play host to seven FIFA World Cup matches between June 14 and July 4. The events will attract approximately 500,000 fans from around the world.

As part of a final briefing before the start of the World Cup in June, the Houston World Cup host committee presented FIFA officials with the latest updates on their preparation. FIFA says Houston has been a leader in preparation.

Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup plans include seven matches at NRG Stadium, a Fan Festival in EaDo, expanded METRO service, rising hotel demand, security funding, and a DR Congo team base camp. Here’s

Houston could host more than DR Congo matches in 2026. Its president may come, too.

The State Department says the U.S. is expecting nearly 10 million visitors this summer for the FIFA World Cup.