The FIFA World Cup 2026 lineup is set, spotlighting Houston with high-stakes matches, including Portugal vs. DR Congo, and drawing millions of fans globally.

HOUSTON — The full lineup for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is now set, and Houston’s match schedule is officially taking shape with several high-profile international showdowns confirmed.

Tournament organizers announced the final qualification spot was secured by Iraq after a Play-Off Tournament win over Bolivia, wrapping up a global qualifying campaign that spanned 899 matches over 937 days and produced more than 2,500 goals.

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With the field finalized, two additional matchups at NRG Stadium — referred to as Houston Stadium during the tournament — have been confirmed:

June 17: Portugal vs. DR Congo (Group Stage)June 20: Netherlands vs. Sweden (Group Stage)

Those games join an already packed schedule of World Cup action in Houston:

Houston FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Schedule:

June 14: Germany vs. Curaçao (Group Stage)June 23: Portugal vs. Uzbekistan (Group Stage)June 26: Cabo Verde vs. Saudi Arabia (Group Stage)June 29: Round of 32July 4: Round of 16

The expanded 2026 tournament will feature 48 teams competing in 104 matches across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Organizers expect more than six million fans to attend matches between June 11 and July 19.

Tickets and packages can be found here.

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