Live updates: Germany vs Curacao 2026 FIFA World Cup match in Houston
HOUSTON - Houston is hosting its first World Cup match today at Houston Stadium between Germany and Curaçao!
Keep up with live updates about the game, what to know before heading to Houston Stadium, and more.
Where to watch today's World Cup matches.
Outside of watching FOX on live broadcast TV, there are several options audiences can choose from to enjoy the soccer matches.
Click here for all the information on where to watch.
Houston Stadium security and bag policies
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here and security at Houston Stadium will be on high to ensure all fans are safe and abide by all security protocols.
Find the full list of what you can and can't take into the stadium.
How to get to Houston Stadium
If you're staying outside of Houston for the World Cup, you might need some help getting into the city for game time.
Some cities will have shuttles ready to drop you off at or near Houston Stadium. Click here to see available shuttle options.
Another option is taking the METRO or using rideshare. Click here for more information.
FIFA Fan Festival Houston
If you're planning on going to FIFA Fan Festival in Houston to watch the matches today, we put together a guide with all you need to know including parking, bag policy, and hours.
Click here for our FIFA Fan Festival guide.
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LIVE UPDATES
12 p.m.
The match between Germany and Curacao officially kicks off in Houston!
11:30 a.m.
A large crowd outside Houston Stadium, waiting to get into the match, got caught in sudden rain.
VIDEO: Large crowds outside Houston Stadium for FIFA World Cup match
Video shows crowds walking to FIFA World Cup match at Houston Stadium. The crowds outside get caught in the rain.
11 a.m.
Pregame coverage begins for the Germany vs Curaçao FIFA World Cup match at Houston Stadium. Kickoff is at noon.
Click here for all the information on where to watch.
10:30 a.m.
Crowds of people are seen using the METRO as transportation to get to Houston Stadium.
METRO bus seeing crowds at Houston Stadium
Crowds of people are using the METRO bus to get to Houston Stadium for the FIFA World Cup. Randy Wallace has a look outside the stadium and a look at the crowds.
10 a.m.
Chris Canetti has some final thoughts on the making of the FIFA Fan Festival in Houston.
Chris Canetti's final thoughts heading into the FIFA World Cup match in Houston
Chris Canetti, President of the FIFA World Cup Houston Host Committee, shares his final thoughts ahead of the first match to be held at Houston stadium.
9:30 a.m.
Harris County has a FIFA command center in place to help with safety during the World Cup.
Safety precautions in place for FIFA World Cup in Houston
The Harris County FIFA Command Center explains the plans in place to keep fans and visitors safe during the World Cup.
9 a.m.
Fans have started to line up to get into the FIFA Fan Festival.
Fans preparing to watch match at FIFA Fan Festival
Fans are already lining up outside the FIFA Fan Festival to watch the matches happening today.
8:30 a.m.
Curacao fans joined Houston's Soccer HQ to share their excitement ahead of their team's match.
Team Curacao fans join Houston's Soccer HQ
Fans of Curacao traveled to Houston to see their team play in the World Cup and join Houston's Soccer HQ to share their excitement.
8 a.m.
Carolina Sanchez and Anthony Antoine host a Houston’s Soccer HQ special live from Houston Stadium with Germany and Curaçao.
Here is a profile from each team.
FIFA World Cup: Curaçao profile
Germany and Curaçao face off in the first FIFA World Cup match hosted at Houston Stadium. Here is a quick profile about Curaçao.
Get to know Germany: 'Die Mannschaft'
Germany will play a 2026 FIFA World Cup match in Houston. Here's what you should know about the team and the country.
7 a.m.
Houston weather: Storms, scattered showers for World Cup Sunday
Deeper moisture moves into Southeast Texas increasing storm chances for World Cup Sunday in Houston. The best chance to see downpours will be during the late- morning to afternoon and early evening hours.
Allison Gargaro has a morning weather forecast for World Cup Sunday in Houston. Expect showers and scattered storms in the late morning and afternoon hours.