Countdown to FIFA World Cup in Houston continues ahead of June 14 opener

HOUSTON – The countdown to FIFA World Cup action in Houston is now in its final stretch, with preparations set to take a big step forward in the coming weeks.

The World Cup debuts in June, and on June 14, Houston will begin a stretch of seven matches that will last until July 4 at Reliant Stadium.

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The opening match on June 14 in Houston will be powerhouse Germany against Curacao, which will be making its World Cup Debut.

Three days later, Portugal, which will bring a large fan base to Houston, will make its 2026 debut.

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All matches will be played at 12 p.m. central time, except the one played on June 26, which begins at 7 p.m.

The President of the World Cup Houston Host Committee is Chris Canetti, and he stopped by KPRC 2 for Sports Sunday with KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy.

Sunday marked 53 days out from the opener on June 14.