NRG Stadium Overview
NRG Stadium, opened in 2002, is the home of the Houston Texans NFL team and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo — the world's largest livestock exhibition and rodeo. The stadium features a fully retractable roof and natural grass playing surface, a combination that ensures perfect conditions regardless of Houston's unpredictable summer weather.
Stadium Statistics
Capacity Ranking
Ranked #5 of 16 World Cup venues. Maximum capacity: 87,523 (Estadio Azteca).
World Cup History
NRG Stadium will host its first FIFA World Cup matches in 2026. Houston hosted 1994 World Cup matches at the Silverdome in Pontiac, Michigan (Houston was not a direct host).
Seating Chart & Layout
NRG Stadium offers Club Level, Mezzanine, and Upper Level seating with over 170 luxury suites. The retractable roof and natural grass combination is unique among NFL venues. Climate-controlled concourses and modern amenities make it one of the most comfortable World Cup venues.
360° Virtual Stadium Tour
Virtual Tour Coming Soon
360° tour will be available closer to the tournament
Record Attendance
72,278
Super Bowl LI (February 2017)
Stadium Features
Stadium Location
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