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Portugal vs Uzbekistan World Cup match scheduled for Houston Stadium

Portugal and Uzbekistan will meet on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, in Group K of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The game is set for Houston Stadium at NRG Park, Texas, with kickoff at 11:00 a.m. (central Mexico time). This is Portugal’s second match in Houston, following a 1‑1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo, while Uzbekistan come off a 3‑1 loss to Colombia.

Local authorities warn of increased traffic and pedestrian flows around the stadium and advise fans to plan routes, parking and public‑transport options in advance. The METRORail Red Line connects to the venue, and ride‑share drop‑off points have been designated. Temperatures are expected in the 90 °F range with high humidity. Nearby fan zones in East Downtown and other activated World Cup areas will remain open throughout the tournament.

Houston’s World Cup schedule includes seven matches between 14 June and 4 July, with subsequent games featuring Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia, a round‑of‑16 match and an eighth‑final. The PortugalUzbekistan fixture is part of the broader World Cup program that also features games in other U.S. cities.