NRG Stadium

HoustonCapacity ~72,000FIFA name: Houston Stadium

Houston's air-conditioned, retractable-roof NRG Stadium - a blessing in June heat, and on the rail line.

Matches at NRG Stadium

Germany vs CuraçaoSun, Jun 14 · 13:00 ET
Portugal vs DR CongoWed, Jun 17 · 13:00 ET
Netherlands vs SwedenSat, Jun 20 · 13:00 ET
Portugal vs UzbekistanTue, Jun 23 · 13:00 ET
Uruguay vs SpainFri, Jun 26 · 20:00 ET
1C vs 2FMon, Jun 29 · 13:00 ET
W74 vs W78Sat, Jul 4 · 13:00 ET

How to get there

  • METRORail Red Line to Stadium Park/Astrodome - adjacent to the stadium; trains every ~6 min on match days.
  • From IAH/Hobby airports: rideshare, or bus + rail connection.
  • 26,000+ parking spaces if driving.

Where to eat & drink nearby

  • NRG / Medical Center area (near the stadium)
  • Midtown (main nightlife)
  • Montrose & EaDo

Best times & tips

  • Take the METRORail Red Line - it's the easy option. Arrive ~90 min–2 hours early.
  • Brutal heat and humidity outside; air-conditioned relief inside.
  • Clear-bag policy applies.

Official Fan Festival

Reported in the EaDo (East Downtown) area - confirm exact site.

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