FIFA World Cup in Houston is 503 days away, and to mark the milestone, Houston and Harris County leaders held a news conference to discuss plans.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is now 500 days away from taking place in Houston. The World Cup is returning to the United States for the first time in more than three decades and Houston is front and center. HOUSTON - We're now 500 days away from FIFA World Cup 2026 taking place in the City of Houston.

In just 500 days, The 2026 FIFA World Cup is making its way to Houston. Houston and Harris County leaders will be holding a joint news conference to inform residents on what to expect! The conference is expected to begin at 10 am on Monday,

With about 500 days until Houston hosts seven World Cup matches, sports officials said plans are almost complete for updates to NRG Stadium. The changes will bring the facility into compliance with FIFA standards.

Houston provided a World Cup update as the global even is a mere 500 days away. When the 2026 World Cup starts, seven matches will be played in 20 days inside of Houston's NRG Stadium. City leaders are sharing their excitement for the World Cup and details on some of the projects in the horizon.