India, Feb. 25 -- The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 has begun. As the global sporting calendar inches closer to the summer of 2026, the upcoming tournament across North America is promising something far more expansive than just 90 minutes of high-energy football. In this, Houston is emerging as a great stadium-to-sanctuary destination, where the thrill of the game will meet the luxury of private helicopter tours and the comfort of the world's most vibrant Indian enclaves.

Often referred to as the Space City, Houston is getting-set to welcome the world with a spirit that is distinctively Texan yet remarkably global. The city's approach to the World Cup is rooted in its DNA of innovation. The city is leveraging its status as a glob...