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The Democratic Republic of Congo will have a base camp in Houston for the FIFA World Cup. The big picture: The team, also known as Les Léopards, will train at a facility temporarily — the former Houst
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Houston to host 2026 CONCACAF W Championship final, an Olympic and World Cup qualifying event
Houston's Shell Energy Stadium will host the final of the 2026 CONCACAF W Championship on Saturday, Dec. 5.
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.
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 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
FIFA officials say Houston is ready for the World Cup, citing safety planning, economic impact and new ticket releases as final preparations ramp up.
"Houston, I think, is one of the most well-prepared stadia, but also host cities to host the World Cup," said Heimo Schirgi, the World Cup's chief operating officer.