Houston Rapper Bun B Joins FIFA World Cup 2026 Event Attempting Guinness World Record

The event aims to set the record for the longest continuous line of soccer balls.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:52pm

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An abstract, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting a large crowd of people gathered for a lively soccer event, their forms and movements blending together in a dynamic, energetic composition.The vibrant energy of the Houston community comes alive as they gather to attempt a Guinness World Record and celebrate the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.Houston Today

Houston rapper and businessman Bun B will join hundreds of young soccer players, families, and community leaders in Houston this weekend for an event attempting to set a Guinness World Record for the longest continuous line of soccer balls. The event, hosted by Airbnb and the FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Host Committee, will take place at Hermann Park on Saturday, April 11.

Why it matters

This event is part of Airbnb's $1 million FIFA Host City Impact Program, which supports local initiatives in Houston ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The attempt to set a Guinness World Record will help raise awareness and excitement for the upcoming World Cup in Houston.

The details

Organizers plan to line up 1,000 soccer balls along the park's Green Corridor as part of the official attempt. The event will also feature DaMarcus Beasley, a FIFA World Cup veteran, alongside local leaders and community members. If the record is successfully verified, all soccer balls used in the attempt will be donated to the Grow the Game Initiative, which aims to expand access to soccer for underserved youth.

  • The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • The official record attempt is expected to start around 10:15 a.m., followed by verification by witnesses and Guinness representatives at approximately 11:15 a.m.

The players

Bun B

A Houston rapper and businessman who is joining the event.

DaMarcus Beasley

A FIFA World Cup veteran who will be participating in the event.

Airbnb

The company hosting the event as part of its $1 million FIFA Host City Impact Program.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Host Committee

The local organizing committee collaborating with Airbnb on the event.

Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Foundation

The organization collaborating with the Houston Host Committee on the Grow the Game Initiative, which will receive the donated soccer balls.

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What’s next

If the record is successfully verified, all soccer balls used in the attempt will be donated to the Grow the Game Initiative, which aims to expand access to soccer for underserved youth.

The takeaway

This event is an exciting way for the Houston community to come together and celebrate the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, while also supporting local youth soccer initiatives and setting a new Guinness World Record.