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NASA Brings Space Exploration to the FIFA World Cup
NASA hosted a free interactive exhibit at the FIFA Fan Festival in Houston from June 11 through July 19, 2026. The event introduced global soccer fans to programs like Artemis and the International Space Station.
Why it matters
By showcasing science at a major sporting event, NASA reaches a massive global audience to increase awareness of how space research benefits life on Earth.
The details
- Over 500,000 visitors explored exhibits including a lunar rover simulator and Orion spacecraft.
- Artemis II crew members Reid Wiseman and Victor Glover appeared at NRG Stadium.
- A collaboration with Adidas used physics to connect space motion to soccer.
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Reid Wiseman works at NASA
Served as commander of the Artemis II mission.
Andreas Mogensen works at ESA
ESA astronaut who participated from the ground
Marcus Wandt works at ESA
ESA astronaut who participated from the ground
Mark Vande Hei works at NASA
NASA astronaut who spoke at FIFA Fan Fest closing ceremony
Jessica Cordero works at Johnson Space Center
Community engagement lead at Johnson Space Center
NASA hosted an interactive exhibit at the FIFA Fan Festival during the 2026 World Cup
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Collaborated on a STEMonstration filmed aboard the International Space Station
Space Center Houston is a partner of NASA
Space Center Houston activities were part of NASA's exhibit at FIFA Fan Festival
Victor Glover works at NASA
Served as pilot of the Orion spacecraft during Artemis II.
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