The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee today unveiled FREEKICKS Soccer , a transformative new initiative launched under the Grow the Game pillar of Impact Houston 26 , the Host Committee’s legacy program. FREEKICKS Soccer is an unprecedented, collaborative effort between the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee, the City of Houston and Harris County Precincts 1-4, and the youth soccer community. It reflects the stewardship of Mayor John Whitmire, Commissioner

Local artists and performers invited to apply to take stage at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston, which will open for 34 match days during the FIFA World Cup 2026™   HOUSTON, Texas (February 9, 2026) – As Houston prepares to welcome the world for FIFA World Cup 2026™, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee announces a citywide search to showcase local talent to perform on the live stage at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston. The goal of the search is to bring Houston’s own creativ

New initiative will empower K-12 students around the Greater Houston area to participate in Host Committee-aligned sustainability projects and create a lasting environmental impact, with microgrant applications for schools open through February 27 Tap to Download Photos (Credit Children's Environmental Literacy Foundation) HOUSTON, TEXAS (February 2, 2026) – The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee, in collaboration with the Sports Authority Foundation , is excited to

Rice University has been named an Official Houston World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter, placing the state’s leading higher education institution at the center of preparations for the world’s largest sporting event and reinforcing Rice’s mission as a university with global reach. “Our role as a university is to create opportunities for learning, connection and service that extend far beyond our campus,” Rice President Reginald DesRoches said. “Supporting the FIFA World Cup 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee announced it is collaborating with the Men in Blazers Media Network (MiBMN) , one of the most influential soccer media brands, as Houston prepares to welcome the world for FIFA World Cup 2026™. The collaboration will bring MiBMN’s ’ signature storytelling style, live programming, and fan-first approach to Houston through a series of high-profile activations designed to engage local fans and showcase the city on a global stage. 

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee and announce the Road to the Cup, Presented by Reliant, a 7v7 youth soccer tournament for boys and girls ages U11 through U18/19. The first stage of the competition, including group stage play and knockout rounds, will take place March 6-8. Teams in each age groups will compete to earn a place to play in a championship game at FIFA Fan Festival ™ during the initial weeks of FIFA World Cup 2026™. “The ‘Road to the Cup, Presented

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee is excited to announce the launch of the “New Year, New Hou,” sustainability initiative that is designed to engage local hotels, restaurants and hospitality businesses in environmental action as Houston prepares for FIFA World Cup 2026™. Central to the Host Committee’s mission is utilizing this once-in-a-lifetime event to advance sustainability practices in Houston, both during and beyond the tournament, which will take place Ju

Houston will welcome Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Germany, Netherlands, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, European Play-Off B and Intercontinental Play-Off 1 Winner

HOUSTON, TX — As Houston prepares to host FIFA World Cup 26™, the FIFA World Cup 26™ Houston Host Committee and the Sports Authority Foundation today announced the launch of Impact Houston 26 . Impact Houston 26 is a collaboration between the Houston 2026 World Cup Host Committee and the Sports Authority Foundation to ensure that this once-in-a-generation event creates a legacy that lasts for decades. Impact Houston 26 will operate under The Sports Authority Foundation, a 501