Texas hosts 16 matches at the 2026 World Cup — the most of any US state. Spread across Dallas (AT&T Stadium, 9 matches) and Houston (NRG Stadium, 7 matches). Combined seat count: 152,220.
- Total matches
- 16 — most of any US state
- Venues
- AT&T Stadium (Arlington) + NRG Stadium (Houston)
- Combined capacity
- ~152,220 seats
- Distance between
- ~240 mi / 386 km (3h30 drive, 1h flight)
Why Texas gets the most matches
Texas has 30M people, central US location, two massive NFL stadiums with indoor air conditioning. AT&T Stadium has the largest capacity (80,000) and a retractable roof. NRG Stadium is fully indoor. Both protect players and fans from the brutal Texas summer heat (June-July averages 95-105°F).
AT&T Stadium — Dallas (Arlington)
Home of the Dallas Cowboys. 80,000 capacity. Hosts 9 matches — the most of any US venue. Located in Arlington, between Dallas and Fort Worth. Retractable roof, indoor field. Hosts a Round of 16 and Quarter-Final.
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NRG Stadium — Houston
Home of the Houston Texans. 72,220 capacity. Hosts 7 matches. Indoor venue — fully climate-controlled. Located near the Texas Medical Center.
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Texas at the World Cup — the diaspora factor
- Hispanic population: 12M (40% of Texas). Expect huge Mexican, Salvadoran, Honduran, and Argentine fan presence.
- African population: Texas has the largest African immigrant population in the US (Nigerian, Ethiopian, Ghanaian communities concentrated in Houston).
- European fans: Cheap flights from Frankfurt + London means Texas could see large traveling European supporter contingents.
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How many World Cup matches will Texas host?
16 matches total: 9 at AT&T Stadium (Dallas/Arlington) and 7 at NRG Stadium (Houston). The most of any US state.
Which Texas city hosts the most matches?
Dallas (specifically AT&T Stadium in Arlington) hosts 9 matches — the most of any US venue.
Is the World Cup Final in Texas?
No. The Final is at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
Why does Texas get so many matches?
Three reasons: largest US venue capacity (AT&T), indoor/climate-controlled stadia (no weather worry), and central US location for travel.