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Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide: Schedule, tickets, watch parties and what to know

Your Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide to match schedules, tickets, watch parties, MARTA and travel tips, restaurants, hotels and things to do around the city.

Where to eat in Atlanta: The Ultimate Food Guide

Is Atlanta the soccer capital of America? The city making its World Cup case.

Atlanta’s World Cup 2026 is coming: Learning soccer from scratch

Wearing a USMNT kit, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens takes the stage during a free concert at Piedmont Park on Sunday, July 19, 2026, after the World Cup finals watch party. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

INSIDE CITY HALL

Atlanta mayor, staff take victory lap after World Cup leaves town

Is Atlanta the soccer capital of America? The city making its World Cup case.

Soccer 101: Everything you need to know about offside

Inside the new U.S. Soccer headquarters in Georgia

Soccer 101: How not to get kicked out of the game

Atlanta’s countdown to the 2026 World Cup has begun

Women are taking over the World Cup pregame at Silverback Park

Why Atlanta’s soccer boom before the World Cup is personal for Arthur Blank

Atlanta’s Brewhouse is prepping for a World Cup takeover

Mayor Andre Dickens reveals Atlanta’s bold vision for 2026 World Cup

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World Cup Atlanta live updates: Argentina beats England in 2-1 comeback

Get live updates from around Atlanta during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Argentina vs. England match — including match day traffic, Fan Fest news, watch parties, and MARTA updates.

PHOTOS: Physicality marks England vs. Argentina World Cup semifinal in Atlanta

England and Argentina were physical from the start of their semi-final match. There were six combined fouls in just the first 10 minutes of the semifinal.

PHOTOS: Argentina, England fans descend on Atlanta

Argentina and England fans descend on Atlanta for the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

FIFA Fan Fest has free Ludacris performance

PHOTOS: Ludacris revs up World Cup fans

Rapper Ludacris performed for World Cup fans and FIFA Fan Fest on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

A group of customers, some wearing Mexico jerseys, watch a World Cup game on screens at Woofs Sport Bar in Midtown on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Woofs is the official location for Pride House ATL, the city’s designated hub for LGBTQ+ soccer fans during the FIFA World Cup. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

As World Cup in Atlanta ends, local bar remains hub for queer soccer fans

Atlanta gay sports bar Woofs served as the city’s Pride House during the FIFA World Cup and remains a cornerstone of the LGBTQ sports community.

Is soccer really one of the healthiest sports? A Georgia doctor weighs in.

From heart health to fitness and mental wellbeing, an Emory expert explains how recreational soccer can offer unique benefits for adults of all ages.

CRITIC'S NOTEBOOK

How the World Cup could shape Atlanta’s restaurant scene for years to come

The 2026 FIFA World Cup might be an inflection point for the hospitality businesses in downtown Atlanta, even if it doesn't change things like tipping culture.

PHOTOS: Argentina, Egypt fans share emotional celebration, disappointment

Egypt fans erupted in excitement after an early goal for their team, and they kept that energy for most of the game.

PHOTOS: Egypt, Argentina bring dramatic action to World Cup in Atlanta.

Egypt scored early and kept the lead for most of the game, then Messi happened.

Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide: Schedule, tickets, watch parties and what to know

Your Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide to match schedules, tickets, watch parties, MARTA and travel tips, restaurants, hotels and things to do around the city.