If you’re wondering what World Cup games will be in Atlanta, KMSoccer has you covered. The official schedule for FIFA World Cup 2026 shows that Atlanta — specifically the Mercedes-Benz Stadium (temporarily “Atlanta Stadium” for the tournament) — will host a total of eight matches, including group stage fixtures, knockouts, and a major semifinal. Here’s everything confirmed so far, plus what remains undecided and what to plan for.
Matches confirmed in Atlanta
Atlanta will host eight matches during the 2026 World Cup: five group stage games, one Round of 32 match, one Round of 16 match, and one semifinal.
The confirmed dates for those matches are:
- Group stage: June 15, June 18, June 21, June 24, June 27, 2026
- Round of 32: July 1, 2026
- Round of 16: July 7, 2026
- Semifinal: July 15, 2026
All these matches will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta.
What is not yet decided
While the dates and rounds are locked in, there are some things that aren’t finalized yet:
- The specific teams playing in each of those eight matches. To know matchups, we’ll have to wait until the draw, which is scheduled for December 2025.
- Kick-off times for each of the Atlanta games haven’t all been published. Once matchups are known, times (local and global) will follow.
- Ticket pricing and release phases are still being worked out by FIFA. Registration and official ticket announcements are expected closer to the event.
Why these matches are exciting
Atlanta doesn’t just get group games — the city is hosting a semifinal, which is one of the four biggest matches of the tournament. Securing knockout-round matches plus the semifinal makes Atlanta one of the key U.S. host cities outside traditional soccer strongholds.
For fans, this means:
- Multiple chances to see high-stakes World Cup drama without leaving the city.
- A likely great atmosphere at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, especially during the knockout phase.
- Opportunities for travel, fan events, and local business to thrive around those match dates.
Helpful information for fans
To get ready, here’s what to keep in mind:
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta (non-commercial name during World Cup: “Atlanta Stadium”).
- Timeframe: Tournament runs June 11 – July 19, 2026; the Atlanta matches spread over that period, with group stage in mid-June, knockout rounds in early to mid-July.
- Travel and planning: If you plan to attend in person, start monitoring hotel and flight options. Ticket release phases will have priority windows (FIFA often uses lottery/registration systems).
- Stay tuned for draw: The draw in December 2025 will reveal which national teams will play on each of those dates in Atlanta. That will affect demand, cost, and fan interest.
Conclusion
If you’re asking what World Cup games will be in Atlanta, here’s your snapshot: eight matches, held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, covering five group stage games, one Round of 32, one Round of 16, and a semifinal. The dates are June 15, 18, 21, 24, 27, then knockouts on July 1, 7, and the semifinal on July 15, 2026.
KMSoccer will keep you updated as team matchups are revealed and when tickets go on sale. If you want, I can also pull together a list of potential matchups or likely stars who may play in Atlanta once the draw is out — do you want me to do that?
