NRG Stadium

NRG Stadium (previously known as Reliant Stadium) is a retractable roof multi-purpose stadium in Houston, Texas, U.S. Construction was completed in 2002, at a cost of $352 million and has a seating capacity of 72,220. It was the first NFL facility to have a retractable roof.

Details

Also known as:
Houston Stadium

Operator:
ASM Global

Capacity:
72,220 (2018–present) Expandable to 80,000 for special events

Opened:
August 24, 2002

Tenants:
Houston Texans (NFL) (2002–present)
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (2003–present)
Texas Bowl (NCAA) (2006–present)
Texas Kickoff Game (NCAA) (2013–2021)
Houston Cougars (NCAA) (2013)

2026 FIFA World Cup

NRG Stadium will host seven matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It is one of eleven US venues which have been selected. It is also one of two venues in Texas which have been selected to host matches, the other being AT&T Stadium in Arlington. During the event, the stadium will be temporarily renamed to "Houston Stadium" in accordance with FIFA's policy on corporate sponsored names. The stadium will host five group stage matches, one Round of 32 match, and one Round of 16 match on Independence Day.