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Atlanta Stadium
FIFA calls Mercedes-Benz Stadium "Atlanta Stadium" during the tournament. Downtown, retractable roof, loud and enclosed — and known for fan-friendly concession prices.
Atlanta hosts five group-stage games, a Round of 32, a Round of 16, and one of the two semifinals — June 15 to July 15, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Stadium during the tournament). Here's every match, with the storylines worth knowing.
Atlanta's opening match, and a marquee one. Spain are reigning European champions and among the tournament favorites, led by teenage star Lamine Yamal. Cabo Verde make their first-ever World Cup appearance — a historic debut for the island nation. Expect a big, loud crowd for the city's first taste of the tournament.
Two sides with plenty to prove. South Africa (Bafana Bafana) return to the World Cup for the first time since they hosted in 2010, chasing a knockout breakthrough. Czechia arrive looking to escape a competitive group. A pivotal early game for both nations' hopes of advancing.
Spain's second Atlanta appearance, and likely the hottest group-stage ticket here. Saudi Arabia — who stunned Argentina at the last World Cup — bring passionate traveling support. A marquee European power against an ambitious AFC side; this date moves fast.
Morocco arrive as one of the most exciting teams in the world after their historic semifinal run in 2022 — the first African and Arab nation to reach the last four. Haiti bring fierce, joyful support from a passionate diaspora. An evening kickoff makes this a great match-night to be based near MARTA.
The last group game in Atlanta, under the lights. DR Congo return to the World Cup stage and Uzbekistan make a long-awaited debut. Both will likely have everything to play for on the final matchday of the group — the win-and-advance drama that defines the tournament.
The knockouts begin. Teams are confirmed once the group stage ends — win or go home from here. A single-elimination Atlanta date with the stakes raised.
Sixteen teams left, and Atlanta hosts one of the ties. By now the contenders are taking shape — a marquee knockout in a loud, enclosed stadium.
The biggest match Atlanta hosts all tournament: a World Cup semifinal, with a place in the final on the line. One of the highest-demand sports nights the city will see this decade. If you want to be here for it, lock your dates as early as you can.
FIFA calls Mercedes-Benz Stadium "Atlanta Stadium" during the tournament. Downtown, retractable roof, loud and enclosed — and known for fan-friendly concession prices.
All matches follow a clear-bag policy (bags no larger than 12x6x12 in) and the stadium is cashless. Gates open about three hours before kickoff. Mobile tickets via the official FWC26 app.
Parking downtown is scarce and pricey on match days. MARTA rail drops you by the stadium district — the simplest way in. See our Getting Around guide.
Both homes are a short hop from the rail line toward the stadium. Book your match dates on Airbnb.
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