UPDATES: England, Argentina meet in Atlanta for semifinal in city’s final World Cup match
Atlanta is preparing to host eight matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The city will serve as a key venue for the tournament, including a semifinal match between England and Argentina.
Why it matters
Hosting major international sporting events has significant economic and cultural implications for host cities and regional infrastructure.
And 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer games have arrived in Atlanta.
The games will take place between June 15 and July 15, with 8 of those matches taking place at Atlanta Stadium, the FIFA-designated name for Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the tournament.
Stay tuned for updates on the latest on matches and local stories connecting Georgia to the event of the summer.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in