World Cup Atlanta: What's happening week of June 29, 2026
The FIFA World Cup knockout stage is underway, and Atlanta is preparing to host one of the biggest matches of the Round of 32 this week.
The FIFA World Cup knockout stage is underway, and Atlanta is preparing to host one of the biggest matches of the Round of 32 this week.
Decatur WatchFest draws families and soccer fans to the square
The opening day of the World Cup knockout stage brought crowds and an economic surge to Decatur Square on Sunday as soccer fans gathered to watch international powerhouses collide.
The opening day of the World Cup knockout stage brought crowds and an economic surge to Decatur Square on Sunday as soccer fans gathered to watch international powerhouses collide.
World Cup 2026 bracket: Round of 32 schedule & matchups
It’s do-or-die time at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
It’s do-or-die time at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
DR Congo advances to knockouts after defeating Uzbekistan 3-1
Atlanta is preparing as the city hosts its fifth FIFA World Cup match. The highly anticipated showdown brings together supporters from across the globe to watch the Democratic Republic of the Congo compete against Uzbekistan at Atlanta Stadium.
Atlanta is preparing as the city hosts its fifth FIFA World Cup match. The highly anticipated showdown brings together supporters from across the globe to watch the Democratic Republic of the Congo compete against Uzbekistan at Atlanta Stadium.
England clinches knockout match in Atlanta after group win
The English national soccer team is heading to Atlanta on Wednesday for a high-stakes knockout match after locking up the top spot in its World Cup group.
The English national soccer team is heading to Atlanta on Wednesday for a high-stakes knockout match after locking up the top spot in its World Cup group.
'The People's Game': Highlighting soccer and human rights
Atlanta is getting a unique look at the world's most popular sport through a new soccer exhibition that explores the connections between soccer, culture, identity, and human rights. Our Maria Guzman speaks with the exhibit's curator, Daniel Fuller, to learn more. You can see The People's Game at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta.
Atlanta is getting a unique look at the world's most popular sport through a new soccer exhibition that explores the connections between soccer, culture, identity, and human rights. Our Maria Guzman speaks with the exhibit's curator, Daniel Fuller, to learn more. You can see The People's Game at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta.
DR Congo, Uzbekistan meet in Atlanta World Cup match Saturday
Atlanta’s final FIFA World Cup group-stage match is set for Saturday night, with DR Congo and Uzbekistan facing off at Atlanta Stadium.
Atlanta’s final FIFA World Cup group-stage match is set for Saturday night, with DR Congo and Uzbekistan facing off at Atlanta Stadium.
USA falls to Türkiye but advances to World Cup knockout round
The United States lost 3-2 to Türkiye on a goal in stoppage time in its final Group D match.
The United States lost 3-2 to Türkiye on a goal in stoppage time in its final Group D match.
Neymar makes World Cup debut for Brazil in first appearance since 2023
Neymar has finally played in this World Cup for Brazil, back in time for the knockout rounds.
Neymar has finally played in this World Cup for Brazil, back in time for the knockout rounds.
Detroit Lions player arrested in connection to violent Tampa armed robbery, kidnapping
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
NCAA approves 5-for-5 eligibility model for Division I athletes
The NCAA approved a new Division I eligibility model that will allow athletes to compete in five seasons over a five-year period.
The NCAA approved a new Division I eligibility model that will allow athletes to compete in five seasons over a five-year period.
LIVE updates: Morocco rallies for 4-2 win over Haiti
Live updates for the Morocco vs Haiti match at Atlanta Stadium on June 24, 2026.
Live updates for the Morocco vs Haiti match at Atlanta Stadium on June 24, 2026.
Atlanta-raised player returns to the city for Haiti's World Cup finale
Haiti's final World Cup group-stage match in Atlanta features a player with deep local ties.
Haiti's final World Cup group-stage match in Atlanta features a player with deep local ties.
Team USA getting ready for Thursday match
Team USA is getting ready for their Thursday night match against Turkiye. The match will be shown on FOX 5 Atlanta at 10 p.m. Also, the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta has added an extra day so that fans can watch the big match.
Team USA is getting ready for their Thursday night match against Turkiye. The match will be shown on FOX 5 Atlanta at 10 p.m. Also, the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta has added an extra day so that fans can watch the big match.
World Cup Atlanta: Morocco seeks Group C title in clash with Haiti
Morocco faces Haiti at Atlanta Stadium with a chance to win Group C and improve its position for the knockout stage.
Morocco faces Haiti at Atlanta Stadium with a chance to win Group C and improve its position for the knockout stage.
NBA draft: Atlanta Hawks select Kingston Flemings eighth overall
The Atlanta Hawks utilized a strategic trade asset to draft point guard Kingston Flemings eighth overall.
The Atlanta Hawks utilized a strategic trade asset to draft point guard Kingston Flemings eighth overall.
Free Moroccan fan celebration opens ahead of World Cup match
A vibrant two-day cultural celebration is transforming downtown Atlanta as soccer fans gather ahead of Morocco's highly anticipated World Cup match against Haiti.
A vibrant two-day cultural celebration is transforming downtown Atlanta as soccer fans gather ahead of Morocco's highly anticipated World Cup match against Haiti.
ESPN analyst Matt Miller loses his arm in Missouri crash
ESPN analyst Matt Miller offered an update Tuesday after being seriously injured last week in a Missouri car crash, saying that he suffered significant injuries and had his left arm amputated as the medical staff fought to save his life.
ESPN analyst Matt Miller offered an update Tuesday after being seriously injured last week in a Missouri car crash, saying that he suffered significant injuries and had his left arm amputated as the medical staff fought to save his life.
The hype on FIFA's new hydration break mandate
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is seeing a slight change from what many would normally expect to see in World Cup play, or any other soccer match.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is seeing a slight change from what many would normally expect to see in World Cup play, or any other soccer match.
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes 1st player to score in 6 World Cups after goal against Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments by getting a goal in the sixth minute of Portugal’s match against Uzbekistan.
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments by getting a goal in the sixth minute of Portugal’s match against Uzbekistan.