Mercedes-Benz Stadium: Complete 2026 World Cup Schedule

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Group Stage

Knockout Stage

71,000

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📍 Location & Overview

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, located in downtown Atlanta, is one of the most innovative and technologically advanced venues in the world. It will host 8 matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup - including 5 group stage matches and 3 knockout games, serving as one of the semifinal venues.

🏟️ Stadium Facts:
• Location: 1 AMB Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
• Capacity: 71,000
• Matches Hosted: 8 total (5 group, 3 knockout)
• Opened: 2017 | Home of Atlanta Falcons & Atlanta United
• World Cup Name: Atlanta Stadium
• Special Feature: Iconic retractable roof

⚽ Mercedes-Benz Stadium Full Match Schedule (8 Matches)

⏰ All times in ET (UTC-4) - Eastern Time

📋 Group Stage (5 Matches)

⚽ GROUP H

🇪🇸 ESP Spain vs 🇨🇻 CPV Cabo Verde

📅 June 15, 2026 • 🕒 12:00 ET (UTC-4) 12:00 Atlanta local time

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📍Spain begins their World Cup campaign against Cabo Verde

📍First World Cup match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

📍Early afternoon kick-off in Atlanta

⚽ GROUP A

🇪🇺 DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL vs 🇿🇦 RSA South Africa

📅 June 18, 2026 • 🕒 12:00 ET (UTC-4) 12:00 Atlanta local time

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📍European playoff winner (Denmark/North Macedonia/Czech Republic/Ireland) faces South Africa

📍Crucial Group A encounter

⚽ GROUP H

🇪🇸 ESP Spain vs 🇸🇦 KSA Saudi Arabia

📅 June 21, 2026 • 🕒 12:00 ET (UTC-4) 12:00 Atlanta local time

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📍Spain's second group match against Saudi Arabia

📍Spain looks to secure knockout stage qualification

⚽ GROUP C

🇲🇦 MAR Morocco vs 🇭🇹 HAI Haiti

📅 June 24, 2026 • 🕒 18:00 ET (UTC-4) 18:00 Atlanta local time

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📍Morocco, fresh off their historic 2022 semifinal run, faces Haiti

📍Evening match in Atlanta

⚽ GROUP K

🇳🇨🇯🇲🇨🇩 NCL/JAM/COD vs 🇺🇿 UZB Uzbekistan

📅 June 27, 2026 • 🕒 19:30 ET (UTC-4) 19:30 Atlanta local time

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📍Intercontinental playoff winner (New Caledonia/Jamaica/DR Congo) faces Uzbekistan

📍Final group match for both teams - could decide Group K qualification

📍Evening kick-off in Atlanta

⚽ ROUND OF 32

1L (Group L Winner) vs 3EHIJK (Best 3rd from Groups E,H,I,J,K)

📅 July 1, 2026 • 🕒 12:00 ET (UTC-4) 12:00 Atlanta local time

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📍First knockout match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

📍Group L winner faces a third-placed qualifier

📍Winner advances to Round of 16

📍Early afternoon kick-off in Atlanta

⚽ ROUND OF 16

W86 vs W88 (Winners of Match 86 & Match 88)

📅 July 7, 2026 • 🕒 12:00 ET (UTC-4) 12:00 Atlanta local time

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📍Round of 16 clash at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

📍Winners from previous knockout matches battle for quarterfinal spot

📍One step closer to the semifinals

⚽ SEMIFINAL

W99 vs W100 (Semifinal 2 Winner)

📅 July 15, 2026 • 🕒 15:00 ET (UTC-4) 15:00 Atlanta local time

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📍🌟 SECOND SEMIFINAL OF THE 2026 WORLD CUP 🌟

📍Only four teams remain - winner advances to the Final at MetLife Stadium

📍Atlanta hosts one of the biggest matches in football history

📍90 minutes from a place in World Cup immortality

📍Afternoon kick-off for global primetime viewing

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Stadium Features

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Iconic retractable roof

Features the world's only retractable roof that opens like a pinwheel or camera aperture

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Massive 360-degree video board

The 'Megatron' is the largest video board in professional sports

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Home of Atlanta United

Built specifically as a soccer-first NFL stadium with incredible sightlines

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Sustainable design

LEED Platinum certified with water conservation and solar panels

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Championship pedigree

Hosted Super Bowl LIII, MLS Cup, and College Football Playoff

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8 World Cup matches

Including a Semifinal on July 15

Getting There

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By Train

MARTA rail to GWCC/CNN Center station (Blue/Green lines) or Vine City station (Blue line) - both within walking distance.

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By Bus

Multiple MARTA bus routes serve the stadium area. FIFA will operate express shuttles from designated lots.

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By Car

Located at the intersection of I-20 and I-75/85. Multiple parking decks available with pre-paid options.

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Ride Share

Designated pickup/drop-off zone on Martin Luther King Jr Dr. Uber and Lyft have official partnerships.

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By Air

15 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) - the world's busiest airport.

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Walking

Connected to the Georgia World Congress Center and Centennial Olympic Park via skybridges.

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Stadium Address

1 AMB Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

requently Asked Questions

How many matches will Mercedes-Benz Stadium host?

Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host 8 matches total - 5 group stage matches and 3 knockout matches (1 Round of 32, 1 Round of 16, and 1 Semifinal on July 15).

Which top teams play here in the group stage?

Spain plays two group matches here: vs Cabo Verde (June 15, 12:00 ET) and vs Saudi Arabia (June 21, 12:00 ET). Morocco also plays here vs Haiti (June 24, 18:00 ET).

When is the Semifinal in Atlanta?

The second World Cup Semifinal will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 15, 2026 at 15:00 ET.

Is the roof retractable?

Yes! Mercedes-Benz Stadium features the world's only retractable roof that opens like a pinwheel or camera aperture. It can open or close in about 8 minutes.

How do I get to the stadium from the airport?

Take MARTA from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to GWCC/CNN Center station (about 20 minutes). The stadium is a short walk from the station.

What's the food policy?

Mercedes-Benz Stadium is famous for its fan-friendly pricing. During the World Cup, FIFA will determine concession operations.

Is the stadium walkable from downtown?

Yes! The stadium is connected to the Georgia World Congress Center and Centennial Olympic Park via skybridges, and is within walking distance of many downtown hotels.

What's the capacity for World Cup matches?

The stadium will be configured for approximately 71,000 spectators for World Cup matches.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium: Complete 2026 World Cup Schedule (8 Matches)

📍 Location & Overview

⚽ Mercedes-Benz Stadium Full Match Schedule (8 Matches)

📋 Group Stage (5 Matches)

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Stadium Features

Getting There

requently Asked Questions

How many matches will Mercedes-Benz Stadium host?

Which top teams play here in the group stage?

When is the Semifinal in Atlanta?

Is the roof retractable?

How do I get to the stadium from the airport?

What's the food policy?

Is the stadium walkable from downtown?

What's the capacity for World Cup matches?

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📍 Location & Overview

⚽ Mercedes-Benz Stadium Full Match Schedule (8 Matches)

📋 Group Stage (5 Matches)

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requently Asked Questions

How many matches will Mercedes-Benz Stadium host?

Which top teams play here in the group stage?

When is the Semifinal in Atlanta?

Is the roof retractable?

How do I get to the stadium from the airport?

What's the food policy?

Is the stadium walkable from downtown?

What's the capacity for World Cup matches?

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