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Driven: Georgia high school athlete spotlight

In a new series with AJC Varsity, we're going into the mindset of Georgia's high school athletes. (Presented in partnership with Ed Voyles Hyundai)

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

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

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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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.

As extreme heat arrives, dangerous days ahead for Atlanta World Cup revelers

The combination of extreme temps, humidity and Atlanta’s urban heat island will raise the risk of heat-related illnesses for World Cup fans, Peachtree Road Race runners.

Atlanta World Cup entry prices rise. So does the risk of ticket issues.

Ticket resales are projected to increase as the tournament’s elimination stage approaches and the remaining schedule is set in stone, including Atlanta’s final three matches.

How the World Cup could inspire better fitness and eating habits

Atlanta fitness and nutrition experts say the World Cup presents a rare opportunity to turn inspiration into lasting healthy habits. All you have to do is start small.

PHOTOS: FIFA Fan Fest at Centennial Olympic Park was at capacity for Saturday's matches

The FIFA Fan Fest was at capacity as they watched Colombia face Portugal in Miami and then later Congo and Uzbekistan at Atlanta Stadium.

PHOTOS: Congo faces Uzbekistan in World Cup game at Atlanta Stadium

Goals and action filled Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) on Saturday as Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to advance to the knockout round in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Atlanta festivals, events and parties to check out during the FIFA World Cup

Here is a running list of upcoming Atlanta festivals and events centered around FIFA World Cup soccer this summer.

Kick It: Uzbekistan vs. DR Congo

Welcome back to Kick It, the AJC’s newsletter for all things World Cup. The end of the chaotic, surprising, overwhelming group stage is almost over. Sad, but exciting, because...

PHOTOS: The War and Treaty at Decatur WatchFest

Music and World Cup fans gather at Decatur Square to take in music as they prepare to watch the late USA match Thursday evening.

PHOTOS: Morocco, Haiti fans fill stadium and FIFA Fan Festival

Morocco fans marched to the Atlanta stadium, and Haiti fans brought their own excitement for Wednesday's World Cup game.