NRG Stadium

Retractable roof and full A/C, both useful in Houston's June heat. Sits next to the original Astrodome, the first domed multi-purpose stadium ever built.

Getting There

METRORail Red Line to NRG Park/Fannin South

Parking

Extensive on-site, NRG Park lots

Bag Policy

Clear bags only

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What the official site won't say

Bag policy (what gets denied vs what the rules say)

Published bag policies and what actually clears the gate are not the same document. The published WC2026 rule allows clear bags up to roughly 30cm x 23cm x 15cm, plus a small clutch. In practice, individual venue security at the larger stadiums (I watched it at Lusail in 2022 and at MetLife on a non-WC event in 2024) rejects anything opaque, anything with a metal frame, and any "clear" bag with internal pockets dense enough that the screener can't see through. Drawstring bags get waved through more often than backpack-shape clear bags of the same volume. Bring nothing you can't fit in a pocket or a single transparent zip pouch, and assume a 10 to 15 percent chance the line in front of you loses something the rulebook said was fine.

Editor's note from Sam Halloway. Not affiliated with FIFA. More about this guide .

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Matches at NRG Stadium

Group Stage - Matchday 1Group E

Germany

Curaçao

Jun 14 · 17:00 UTCNRG StadiumHouston

Group Stage - Matchday 2Group F

Netherlands

Sweden

Jun 20 · 17:00 UTCNRG StadiumHouston

Group Stage - Matchday 3Group H

Cape Verde

Saudi Arabia

Jun 27 · 00:00 UTCNRG StadiumHouston

Group Stage - Matchday 1Group K

Portugal

DR Congo

Jun 17 · 17:00 UTCNRG StadiumHouston

Group Stage - Matchday 2Group K

Portugal

Uzbekistan

Jun 23 · 17:00 UTCNRG StadiumHouston

Round of 32

WINWinner Group C

RUNRunner-up Group F

Jun 29 · 17:00 UTCNRG StadiumHouston

Round of 16

WINWinner Match 73

WINWinner Match 75

Jul 4 · 17:00 UTCNRG StadiumHouston

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to NRG Stadium on match day?

The best way to reach NRG Stadium is via METRORail Red Line to NRG Park/Fannin South. Plan to arrive at least 2 hours before kickoff for security screening.

What can I bring to NRG Stadium?

Clear bags only. No outside food or drinks. Sealed water bottles may be permitted — check the latest FIFA guidelines.

How early should I arrive at NRG Stadium?

Gates typically open 2-3 hours before kickoff for World Cup matches. Arrive early to enjoy the fan zone activities outside the stadium.

Is there parking at NRG Stadium?

Extensive on-site, NRG Park lots. Public transit is strongly recommended for World Cup matches due to heavy traffic.

Where should I stay near NRG Stadium?

Look for hotels in Houston near the transit lines that serve the stadium. Book early — World Cup accommodation fills up months in advance.

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