Friday, June 26, 2026
Kickoff 19:00 local at NRG Stadium, Houston
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia - Friday, June 26, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 63
Fri, Jun 26
Date
19:00 local
Kickoff
Group Stage
Round
H
Group
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Match-day essentials - NRG Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only.
Best way to get there
METRORail Red Line (recommended)
Direct from downtown Houston to Stadium Park Station - 20 min, $1.25. Stadium is a 10-min walk from the station.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Houston heat in June/July is brutal (90-95°F) - hydrate and minimize outdoor wait. Stadium has retractable roof.
Venue
Houston, Texas - 72,220 capacity - Retractable roof
NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas was the first NFL stadium built with a retractable roof, setting the template for modern enclosed NFL venues. Houston - home to the largest concentration of international residents in the USA - will be one of the most cosmopolitan crowds at the 2026 World Cup.
Address
1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054, USA
About This Match
Cape Verde face Saudi Arabia in the Group Stage of Group H on Friday, June 26, 2026. Cape Verde are ranked #60 in the world and managed by Pedro Leitão; Saudi Arabia sit at #35 under Roberto Mancini. The match kicks off at 19:00 local time at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Cape Verde
Cape Verde make their historic debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, representing one of the most remarkable qualification stories of the entire tournament. The Blue Sharks, a tiny Atlantic archipelago nation of just 560,000 people, have punched far above their weight in African football for over a decade. Coach Pedro Leitão leads a squad built from dual-nationals with Portuguese heritage playing across European leagues, including the tricky Ryan Mendes and the experienced Garry Rodrigues. Group H against Spain, Uruguay, and Saudi Arabia is enormously challenging, but Cape Verde's spirit and organisation have toppled bigger nations before - their debut marks a proud moment for African football.
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Saudi Arabia arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with confidence after their stunning 2-1 upset of eventual champions Argentina at Qatar 2022 - one of the greatest shocks in World Cup history. Coach Roberto Mancini, who led Italy to Euro 2020 glory, was appointed to modernise the Green Falcons and develop the Saudi national team around a core of players increasingly based in a growing Saudi Pro League. Group H against Spain, Uruguay, and debutants Cape Verde is a stiff challenge, but Al-Dawsari and Al-Owais provide genuine quality and the taste of beating Messi's Argentina at the last World Cup gives the squad belief. Saudi Arabia's continued investment in football infrastructure is beginning to yield results.
Read Saudi Arabia preview →Recent Form
Last results for Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Cape Verde
W- May 31vs Serbia3-0
Saudi Arabia
L- May 30at Ecuador1-2
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Saudi Arabia are the market favourite to win Group H.
Cape Verde
Saudi Arabia
Where to Watch Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia - FAQ
When is Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup?+
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia is on Friday, June 26, 2026 with kickoff at 19:00 local time at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Where is Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia being played?+
The match is at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Capacity 72,220, Retractable roof.
What round is Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia?+
It's a Group Stage (Group H) match - match number 63 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to NRG Stadium for Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia?+
METRORail Red Line (recommended): Direct from downtown Houston to Stadium Park Station - 20 min, $1.25. Stadium is a 10-min walk from the station.
What time should I arrive at NRG Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Houston heat in June/July is brutal (90-95°F) - hydrate and minimize outdoor wait. Stadium has retractable roof.
What is Cape Verde's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Cape Verde is ranked #60 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Pedro Leitão. Their best World Cup result is Debut.
What is Saudi Arabia's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Saudi Arabia is ranked #35 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Roberto Mancini. Their best World Cup result is Round of 16.