Atlanta considers downtown open container district ahead of World Cup

Atlanta City Councilman Jason Dozier is proposing a new open container district downtown ahead of this summer's FIFA World Cup.

• Feb 2

FIFA says it's received more than 500 million World Cup ticket requests

FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.

• Jan 15

FIFA slashes some World Cup ticket prices after global fan backlash

FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.

• Dec 16, 2025

Atlanta expected to see major economic impact from Airbnb guests during World Cup: report

A new report finds that Airbnb guests visiting Atlanta for the 2026 World Cup could generate about $70 million in economic activity, support hundreds of jobs, and boost local businesses during and after the tournament.

• Dec 15, 2025

Mercedes-Benz Stadium locked in for eight matches, including World Cup semifinal

Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host eight matches, including a semifinal, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

• Dec 8, 2025

2026 FIFA Men's World Cup groups revealed; Team USA learns its opponents

The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.

• Dec 6, 2025

U.S. to take on Belgium, Portugal in Atlanta before World Cup

The United States is coming to Atlanta to face off against Belgium and Portugal in two friendlies ahead of the World Cup.

• Dec 2, 2025

U.S. cities will see big tourism boost from World Cup, analysis predicts

After a lackluster year for tourism, the U.S. is likely to see a jump in international visitors for the 2026 World Cup, economists say.

• Nov 25, 2025

Big Boi to perform free concert in Decatur to celebrate start of 2026 FIFA World Cup

The Big Boi concert is the first announcement in a series of concerts in conjunction with match watch events throughout the 34 days of the FIFA World Cup '26 tournament.

• Oct 23, 2025