Fan Fest host says Atlanta has embraced the World Cup
With ticket prices for Wednesday's semifinal soaring into the thousands, many fans are making their way to FIFA Fan Festival, where crowds have gathered all month to celebrate the tournament. Kevin Egan, one of the hosts who has spent weeks on the Fan Fest stage, said Atlanta has fully embraced its role as a World Cup city.
With ticket prices for Wednesday's semifinal soaring into the thousands, many fans are making their way to FIFA Fan Festival, where crowds have gathered all month to celebrate the tournament. Kevin Egan, one of the hosts who has spent weeks on the Fan Fest stage, said Atlanta has fully embraced its role as a World Cup city.
Fan Fest crowds pour in as semifinal excitement builds
The gates to FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park had only been open for about 20 minutes Wednesday morning, but fans were already streaming in by the thousands ahead of the World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England.
The gates to FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park had only been open for about 20 minutes Wednesday morning, but fans were already streaming in by the thousands ahead of the World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England.
Fan with ties to both countries picks a side
Among the thousands of supporters filling downtown Atlanta ahead of Wednesday’s World Cup semifinal is one fan with an unusual connection to the match: Zelda, who was born in Argentina but holds British citizenship.
Among the thousands of supporters filling downtown Atlanta ahead of Wednesday’s World Cup semifinal is one fan with an unusual connection to the match: Zelda, who was born in Argentina but holds British citizenship.
England fans flock to Founders Green
With less than three hours until kickoff, England supporters turned Founders Green into a sea of white, red and navy blue Wednesday morning, filling bars and restaurants near Atlanta Stadium before the highly anticipated World Cup semifinal against Argentina.
With less than three hours until kickoff, England supporters turned Founders Green into a sea of white, red and navy blue Wednesday morning, filling bars and restaurants near Atlanta Stadium before the highly anticipated World Cup semifinal against Argentina.
Argentina fans turn Underground blue before semifinal
Hours before kickoff, Argentina supporters packed Underground Atlanta, transforming downtown into a sea of blue and white as drums, chants and music echoed through the city. Fans gathered for the second day of the Argentina Fan Fest before marching to Atlanta Stadium for Wednesday's World Cup semifinal.
Hours before kickoff, Argentina supporters packed Underground Atlanta, transforming downtown into a sea of blue and white as drums, chants and music echoed through the city. Fans gathered for the second day of the Argentina Fan Fest before marching to Atlanta Stadium for Wednesday's World Cup semifinal.
Paul & Lexi preview upcoming semifinal match
After a month of World Cup action, Atlanta is preparing for its final match as Argentina and England square off Wednesday afternoon with a trip to Sunday’s championship game against Spain on the line. Fans from both countries have already begun gathering around Atlanta Stadium, where organizers expect one of the loudest crowds of the tournament.
After a month of World Cup action, Atlanta is preparing for its final match as Argentina and England square off Wednesday afternoon with a trip to Sunday’s championship game against Spain on the line. Fans from both countries have already begun gathering around Atlanta Stadium, where organizers expect one of the loudest crowds of the tournament.
FIFA selling pieces of grass field from New York/New Jersey Stadium after final, segments are $450 each
You can own a piece of history from the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA is selling pieces of the grass pitch from New York-New Jersey Stadium.
You can own a piece of history from the FIFA World Cup 2026. FIFA is selling pieces of the grass pitch from New York-New Jersey Stadium.
Underground Atlanta expected to fill with Argentina fans
Underground Atlanta was relatively calm around 10 a.m. Wednesday, but that quiet is not expected to last. The same area was packed with Argentina supporters Tuesday night, with waves of blue-and-white-clad fans filling downtown before police eventually dispersed the crowd as festivities ended.
Underground Atlanta was relatively calm around 10 a.m. Wednesday, but that quiet is not expected to last. The same area was packed with Argentina supporters Tuesday night, with waves of blue-and-white-clad fans filling downtown before police eventually dispersed the crowd as festivities ended.
England fans bring the noise — and the singalongs
England supporters have turned their World Cup run into a traveling party, belting out Beatles classic "Hey Jude" in honor of star midfielder Jude Bellingham after the team's quarterfinal victory over Norway.
England supporters have turned their World Cup run into a traveling party, belting out Beatles classic "Hey Jude" in honor of star midfielder Jude Bellingham after the team's quarterfinal victory over Norway.
What is the World Cup Bronze Final? Third-place game history, winners
The World Cup will still have one more match before the final: the Bronze Final. Here’s why the third-place game exists, when it is played and every team that has finished third since 1930.
The World Cup will still have one more match before the final: the Bronze Final. Here’s why the third-place game exists, when it is played and every team that has finished third since 1930.
How to watch today’s World Cup semifinal match: Wednesday, July 15 - England vs Argentina
The FIFA World Cup semifinals continue today with one match between England and Argentina on the pitch at Atlanta Stadium.
The FIFA World Cup semifinals continue today with one match between England and Argentina on the pitch at Atlanta Stadium.
Stepped up security for World Cup Atlanta semifinal
Security is tightening across Atlanta as thousands of fans pour into the city for Wednesday's FIFA World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina. Atlanta police say roughly 1,600 officers are on call for the match, capping years of planning that began when the city was selected as a World Cup host.
Security is tightening across Atlanta as thousands of fans pour into the city for Wednesday's FIFA World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina. Atlanta police say roughly 1,600 officers are on call for the match, capping years of planning that began when the city was selected as a World Cup host.
World Cup: England faces Argentina in final Atlanta Stadium match
Rain did not stop thousands of soccer fans from packed celebrations at the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta.
Rain did not stop thousands of soccer fans from packed celebrations at the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta.
Aldi UK store removes Argentinian wine from shelves ahead of World Cup match
One U.K.-based Aldi grocery store has removed its Argentinian wine from store shelves in solidarity with England ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup Match.
One U.K.-based Aldi grocery store has removed its Argentinian wine from store shelves in solidarity with England ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup Match.
FIFA World Cup: What to know about Spain as they advance to the final
Spain has advanced to the final in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating France 2-0 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday.
Spain has advanced to the final in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating France 2-0 at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday.
Argentina vs. England: A semifinal about more than football
A fierce and deeply rooted football rivalry will reignite in Atlanta on Wednesday as Argentina and England face off at Atlanta Stadium with a spot in the World Cup final on the line.
A fierce and deeply rooted football rivalry will reignite in Atlanta on Wednesday as Argentina and England face off at Atlanta Stadium with a spot in the World Cup final on the line.
World Cup Atlanta: Watch parties, events for semifinal matches
A list of watch parties for the semifinal matches happening July 14 and 15 in Dallas, Texas, and Atlanta.
A list of watch parties for the semifinal matches happening July 14 and 15 in Dallas, Texas, and Atlanta.
World Cup Atlanta: Fans pouring into Atlanta for semifinal match
Thousands of supporters packed downtown Tuesday for the tournament’s first semifinal between France and Spain as other fans begin to arrive in Atlanta for the big match on Wednesday.
Thousands of supporters packed downtown Tuesday for the tournament’s first semifinal between France and Spain as other fans begin to arrive in Atlanta for the big match on Wednesday.
Security ramps up ahead of Atlanta World Cup semifinal; road closures
Law enforcement agencies are increasing security across Atlanta ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup semifinal.
Law enforcement agencies are increasing security across Atlanta ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup semifinal.
How to watch today’s World Cup semifinal match: Tuesday, July 14 - France vs Spain
The FIFA World Cup semifinals get underway today with one match between France and Spain on the pitch at Dallas Stadium.
The FIFA World Cup semifinals get underway today with one match between France and Spain on the pitch at Dallas Stadium.