FIFA World Cup

Atlanta’s World Cup advantage is movement. From the busiest airport in the world to MARTA’s direct rail connection downtown, the city believes it is built to welcome and move the world this summer.

Brad Guzan’s new role offers a window into why 2026 matters for Atlanta soccer, as the city prepares to host the world and define its long-term responsibility.

Atlanta stands tall in the joint U.S.–Mexico–Costa Rica–Jamaica bid for the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup. From hosting the Draw to anchoring major fan festivals and serving as a regional travel hub, the city is positioned as a centerpiece of the most ambitious Women’s World Cup ever proposed — a tournament built around women’s experiences and the growing power of the game across the Southeast.

FIFA’s new Player Impact Programme brings 14 top women’s players together to turn their personal stories into real community change. From access initiatives to leadership pathways, the pilot group used three months of coaching and seed funding to build projects rooted in their own experiences. It’s a powerful example of how the women’s game is growing—on and off the pitch.

With several USMNT regulars missing, this November window has opened the door for new contenders to step forward. Matt Freese, Max Arfsten, and Cristian Roldan have all pushed their way into Mauricio Pochettino’s plans, turning competition for 2026 roster spots into one of the defining storylines of the final camp of the year.

Mexico enters the final FIFA window of 2025 relying on emerging young talent as injuries sideline key players. With Uruguay and Paraguay ahead, Javier Aguirre’s squad faces two major tests that will help clarify battles for positions, including goalkeeper and right back. These matches offer El Tri an important measure of where the team stands heading into 2026.

As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, Atlanta’s StationSoccer™ network is growing into one of the city’s most inspiring legacy stories. A new field planned for the Hamilton E. Holmes MARTA station will bring free soccer access and wraparound community services — from fresh food to financial education — to Atlanta’s West Side.

Brewhouse Cafe, Atlanta’s iconic soccer bar, opens a new South Downtown location near Mercedes-Benz Stadium ahead of World Cup 2026.

Today marks one year out until the 2026 World Cup begins, and the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee held a celebration to announce new...

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is installing their grass pitch for the FIFA Club World Cup

Carlo Ancelotti takes on a new challenge as the manager of the Brazilian national team.

The Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Atlanta Host City Poster was released recently and Madison Crews and I had a chance to speak with the...