Atlanta kids to escort players at World Cup matches
At every match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, you can sport kids from local communities escorting players onto the pitch. They were all specially chosen as "match mascots" from the host cities. Chelsea Torres meets some of the Atlanta kids who will be escorting players in the 8 games the city will host.
At every match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, you can sport kids from local communities escorting players onto the pitch. They were all specially chosen as "match mascots" from the host cities. Chelsea Torres meets some of the Atlanta kids who will be escorting players in the 8 games the city will host.
How to watch today’s FIFA World Cup 2026 matches: Friday, June 12
It's day two of the FIFA World Cup 2026™! Canada takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Team USA plays its first match, taking on Paraguay.
It's day two of the FIFA World Cup 2026™! Canada takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina, while Team USA plays its first match, taking on Paraguay.
3 drones operating illegally near World Cup Atlanta events seized
FBI Atlanta and partner agencies seized three drones operating illegally near World Cup events in metro Atlanta.
FBI Atlanta and partner agencies seized three drones operating illegally near World Cup events in metro Atlanta.
Los Angeles ready to host USA vs. Paraguay World Cup match
Los Angeles and World Cup fans are ready for the game tonight between Team USA and Team Paraguay. Fans are excited for the game and the big-name entertainment at the game and watch parties. Team USA says it is also ready for the match. FOX's Ashley Dvorkin reporting from LA.
Los Angeles and World Cup fans are ready for the game tonight between Team USA and Team Paraguay. Fans are excited for the game and the big-name entertainment at the game and watch parties. Team USA says it is also ready for the match. FOX's Ashley Dvorkin reporting from LA.
First Team USA soccer match happening Friday night
The first match for the U.S. men's team is set to take place Friday night in Los Angeles. They are set to play Paraguay, which is currently ranked at No. 40 in FIFA's international rankings.
The first match for the U.S. men's team is set to take place Friday night in Los Angeles. They are set to play Paraguay, which is currently ranked at No. 40 in FIFA's international rankings.
MARTA launches World Cup transit plan for Atlanta matches
Atlanta's first FIFA World Cup match is set for Monday, and MARTA officials say years of planning are now being put to the test as thousands of fans prepare to travel to and from the stadium.
Atlanta's first FIFA World Cup match is set for Monday, and MARTA officials say years of planning are now being put to the test as thousands of fans prepare to travel to and from the stadium.
World Cup Atlanta: Decatur hosts free tournament watch parties
Decatur watch parties draw passionate international fans celebrating opening match victories.
Decatur watch parties draw passionate international fans celebrating opening match victories.
Atlanta murals: 150 local artists transform city walls for FIFA crowds
Atlanta invested $5 million to paint 35 legacy murals ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup matches.
Atlanta invested $5 million to paint 35 legacy murals ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup matches.
Decatur Square restaurants finally ready for watch parties
Decatur Squares restaurant scene is working hard to keep up with the demand that FIFA World Cup watch parties will bring. Belen features Argentinian food and O'Sullivan's features Irish fair, and tons and tons of Guinness.
Decatur Squares restaurant scene is working hard to keep up with the demand that FIFA World Cup watch parties will bring. Belen features Argentinian food and O'Sullivan's features Irish fair, and tons and tons of Guinness.
Local arena packs out for Mexico FIFA watch party
Atlanta Eagles Arena hosts a Atlanta's World Cup watch party for Mexico's team with food trucks and jerseys. According to the venue co-owner, guests must secure free Eventbrite passes ahead of time to ensure proper logistics and security inside the family venue.
Atlanta Eagles Arena hosts a Atlanta's World Cup watch party for Mexico's team with food trucks and jerseys. According to the venue co-owner, guests must secure free Eventbrite passes ahead of time to ensure proper logistics and security inside the family venue.
What is the offside rule in soccer? When it is called and how it works
Offside is one of soccer’s most confusing rules, but the basic idea is simple once you know what referees are looking for.
Offside is one of soccer’s most confusing rules, but the basic idea is simple once you know what referees are looking for.
FIFA Fan Festival for World Cup opens in downtown Atlanta
Atlanta's FIFA Fan Festival has officially opened at Centennial Olympic Park, marking the start of the city's World Cup celebrations.
Atlanta's FIFA Fan Festival has officially opened at Centennial Olympic Park, marking the start of the city's World Cup celebrations.
World Cup: How do you pronounce that player's name?
As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this fan-friendly guide offers everything U.S. Men's National Team supporters need to know — from mastering player name pronunciations to tracking key match dates.
As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, this fan-friendly guide offers everything U.S. Men's National Team supporters need to know — from mastering player name pronunciations to tracking key match dates.
1996 Olympics bombing lawyer breaks down FIFA stadium safety
An attorney who represented a 1996 Olympic park bomb victim's family is breaking down how modern security electronics track mass gathering threats, ahead of opening ceremonies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
An attorney who represented a 1996 Olympic park bomb victim's family is breaking down how modern security electronics track mass gathering threats, ahead of opening ceremonies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How the World Cup tournament works
The World Cup is the single most-watched sporting event on Earth—even outpacing the Olympics. If you have never watched a single second of soccer (traditionally called football outside the U.S.), the global hype can feel overwhelming. Here's how it all works.
The World Cup is the single most-watched sporting event on Earth—even outpacing the Olympics. If you have never watched a single second of soccer (traditionally called football outside the U.S.), the global hype can feel overwhelming. Here's how it all works.
World Cup Atlanta: The 'anti-soccer' local's guide to dodge traffic and crowds
This guide details the exact dates to avoid the city center, how to navigate local errand delays, and the best places to escape the footprint.
This guide details the exact dates to avoid the city center, how to navigate local errand delays, and the best places to escape the footprint.
FIFA World Cup 2026: How to watch 'Matchday Atlanta' specials on FOX 5
You can watch Matchday Atlanta live on television or stream it on your favorite device through multiple platforms.
You can watch Matchday Atlanta live on television or stream it on your favorite device through multiple platforms.
Underground Atlanta unveils fan zone for World Cup viewing
Underground Atlanta is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors during the FIFA World Cup with a major transformation of Upper Alabama.
Underground Atlanta is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors during the FIFA World Cup with a major transformation of Upper Alabama.
Underground Atlanta reveals World Cup fan zone
Underground Atlanta is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors during the FIFA World Cup with a major transformation of Upper Alabama, turning the historic downtown district into one of the city's watch party destinations.
Underground Atlanta is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors during the FIFA World Cup with a major transformation of Upper Alabama, turning the historic downtown district into one of the city's watch party destinations.
Closer look at World Cup stadiums and entertainment
FOX News' Ashley Dvorkin takes a look at some of the stadiums that are hosting World Cup matches and talking about some of the big-name entertainment that can be expected throughout the World Cup.
FOX News' Ashley Dvorkin takes a look at some of the stadiums that are hosting World Cup matches and talking about some of the big-name entertainment that can be expected throughout the World Cup.