Airbnb and FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston set Guinness World Records™ title

This weekend, Airbnb and the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee brought together hundreds of local youth soccer players, families, and community leaders and successfully set the Guinness World Records® title for the longest continuous line of soccer balls.

Guinness World Records™ Achievement
- Over 1,000 soccer balls were lined up at Hermann Park’s Green Corridor, setting the official Guinness World Records™ title for the longest continuous line of soccer balls.
- The event involved local youth players, families, and community leaders, with FIFA legend DaMarcus Beasley and Houston artist Bun B joining.
- An official Guinness adjudicator verified the record on-site.

Community Impact
- Airbnb has invested $1 million in Houston as part of its FIFA Host City Impact Program, supporting initiatives like:
- Impact Houston 26’s Green Corridor – a 14-mile sustainable route connecting FIFA sites.
- Grow the Game – expanding soccer access for underserved youth through clinics, tournaments, and training pathways.
- All soccer balls used in the record attempt were donated to Grow the Game.

Broader Commitment
- Airbnb’s Host City Impact Program represents a $5 million global investment across FIFA World Cup 2026™ host cities.
- Houston is projected to welcome 31,000+ Airbnb guests during the tournament, generating an estimated $372 million in local economic impact (per Deloitte).

This initiative blends community celebration, sustainability, and youth engagement, positioning Houston as a vibrant host city for the 2026 World Cup.