WC26
⚽ MATCH 35 • GROUP STAGE
🇳🇱
Netherlands
VS
🏳️
UEFA Playoff Winner B
📅 June 20, 20267:00 PM ET🏟️ NRG Stadium

📍 Houston - Key Locations

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72,220
Capacity
GOOD
Transit Rating
IAH
Airport
USA
Country

🇳🇱 Netherlands

📊 Quick Stats

  • FIFA Ranking: #8
  • WC Appearances: 11
  • Best Finish: Runners-up (3x)
  • Coach: Ronald Koeman
  • Confederation: UEFA

⭐ Key Players

Virgil van Dijk
Defender
Liverpool
Frenkie de Jong
Midfielder
FC Barcelona
Cody Gakpo
Forward
Liverpool
Xavi Simons
Midfielder
RB Leipzig

🎉 Fan Culture

Dutch fans, universally known as 'Oranje', create a massive sea of orange in the stands. They are famous for their festive, party-like atmosphere, often wearing orange wigs and face paint. Fan support is fiercely loyal to the national color.

🎵 "Hup Holland Hup!"

🏳️ UEFA Playoff Winner B

Playoff Team - TBD

This team will be determined after the March 2026 playoffs.

🎟️ Going to this match?

Get everything you need in one place - complete travel guide, transit tips, lodging recommendations, and more.

🚇 Getting to NRG Stadium

GOOD TRANSIT

METRORail Red Line to NRG Park station. 25 min from downtown.

✅ RECOMMENDED

Public Transit

METRORail Red Line to NRG Park station. 25 min from downtown.

⚠️ USE CAUTION

Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)

  • • Surge pricing on match days
  • • Long waits post-match
❌ NOT RECOMMENDED

Driving

  • • Heavy traffic
  • • Limited parking

💡 Pro Tips

• Arrive 2+ hours before kickoff
• Check weather - Hot & humid! June highs 34°C (93°F)
• Have backup transportation plan
• Download transit apps in advance

🏨 Where to Stay in Houston

💎 LUXURY

Galleria/Uptown

$200-450

Shopping & dining

⭐ MID-RANGE

Downtown

$150-300

Near rail

💰 BUDGET

Medical Center/NRG

$100-200

Near stadium

📍 All Lodging Areas

Galleria/Uptown
$200-450
Downtown
$150-300
Medical Center/NRG
$100-200

🔍 Search Available Lodging in Houston

🌤️ Weather & Safety

☀️ Weather

Hot & humid! June highs 34°C (93°F). Thunderstorms common.

🛡️ Safety Tips

  • METRORail is convenient
  • Stay hydrated
  • AC everywhere - bring a light jacket indoors

🎉 Fan Festival

East Downtown (EaDo)

Official FIFA Fan Festival location in Houston. Watch matches on big screens, enjoy live entertainment, food, and connect with fans from around the world.

📅 Other Matches in Houston

📅 PHASE 2 / UPDATES

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Netherlands vs UEFA Playoff Winner B | Match 35 | Houston - World Cup 2026