Houston Dynamo will host international friendlies during the 2026 World Cup, with some of the world's best soccer players taking the field at Shell Energy Stadium. The matches will be held at the home turf of the Dynamo and the Houston Dash, in East Downtown. Jessica O'Neill, president of business operations for the Dynamo and the Houston Dash, announced the news, stating that the team is excited to host the international club matches. The opponents and game dates have not been revealed yet, but an official announcement is expected later this month. The Dynamo will use the international friendlies as warm-up games before the Major League Soccer season resumes on July 22. Shell Energy Stadium will be open to the public for much of the World Cup, with stadium tours, concessions, and restrooms available. The stadium will also serve as a fan hub for the World Cup, with programming for the youth soccer community and influencer and media opportunities. Houston's final World Cup match will be a Round of 16 matchup on July 4. The Dynamo are looking forward to hosting the international friendlies and showcasing their team and players to visitors and residents. The international friendlies will be a great opportunity for the team to prepare for the upcoming season and for fans to see top-level soccer. The exact dates and opponents for the friendlies will be announced soon, and fans can expect a exciting lineup of matches. The Dynamo are excited to be a part of the World Cup festivities and to bring international soccer to Houston. With the stadium open to the public and a range of events and activities planned, fans will have plenty of opportunities to get involved and enjoy the World Cup experience.