FFIFA World Cup Matches in Atlanta Stadium Full Schedule, Dates, Start Times Of Every Match

Atlanta Stadium (temporarily renamed from Mercedes-Benz Stadium for FIFA branding during the tournament) are part of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ schedule. Located in downtown Atlanta, Georgia (home to the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and MLS's Atlanta United FC; retractable roof, state-of-the-art halo video board, capacity ~71,000–75,000 for soccer), this award-winning venue will host 8 matches total from June 15 to July 15, 2026—the most in the Southeast—including five group-stage games, one Round of 32, one Round of 16, and one semifinal.Mercedes-Benz Stadium, renowned for its innovative design, fan-first experience, and history of major events (Super Bowl, MLS Cup, etc.), is set to deliver massive crowds and electric energy—especially with Spain appearing twice and diverse confederations represented.

Atlanta Stadium World Cup 2026 Matches: Full Schedule, Dates Start Time

(All times in ET as listed; Atlanta is in the Eastern Time zone,

Spain vs Cape Verde (Group H)

Thursday, June 18, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET:

South Africa vs UEFA Playoff D Winner (Group A)

UEFA Playoff D winner: from Czechia, Denmark, North Macedonia, or Republic of Ireland. Afternoon Group A matchup—South Africa vs. the European qualifier.

Sunday, June 21, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET:

Spain vs Saudi Arabia (Group H)

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. ET:

Morocco vs Haiti (Group C)

Saturday, June 27, 2026 – 7:30 p.m. ET:

Uzbekistan vs FIFA Playoff 1 Winner (Group K)

FIFA Playoff 1 winner: from Congo DR (Democratic Republic of the Congo), Jamaica, or New Caledonia (intercontinental playoff). Late-evening Group K finale—Uzbekistan (strong Asian side) vs. the playoff wildcard.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET:

Group L Winner vs Group E/H/I/J/K Third Place (Round of 32)

Knockout stage begins—Group L winner (potential from teams like England, Ghana, Croatia, etc.) faces a strong third-place qualifier from various groups. Afternoon elimination drama!

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET:

TBD vs TBD (Round of 16)

Afternoon knockout tie—exact teams depend on prior results (often winners from specific Round of 32 matches). High-stakes advancement to the quarters.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 3:00 p.m. ET:

TBD vs TBD (Semifinal)

One of the two semifinals—winners from earlier quarterfinals battle for a spot in the Final (at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, on July 19). Massive global spotlight on Atlanta!

Atlanta is primed for World Cup magic—Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host some of the tournament's biggest moments, capped by that semifinal!

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