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Chris Canetti on Houston’s World Cup success: 1M+ fans, Cristiano Ronaldo excitement and US legacy

In an exclusive interview with World Soccer Talk, Houston 2026 World Cup Host Committee president Chris Canetti discussed the success after welcoming more than 1 million fans in the city, the excitement around Cristiano Ronaldo, and what will be left as legac…

Worldsoccertalk.comDante GonzalezAug 4

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Houston solidified its standing as a major international sports destination during the 2026 World Cup, drawing over one million visitors to the city for matches and surrounding festival events. One …

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