Fans bring the noise before England, DR Congo match
Fans from England and DR Congo filled the streets outside Atlanta Stadium ahead of kickoff, bringing flags, chants and plenty of energy despite the sweltering heat. Many traveled hundreds—even thousands—of miles to cheer on their teams as Atlanta hosted its first knockout-round match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Fans from England and DR Congo filled the streets outside Atlanta Stadium ahead of kickoff, bringing flags, chants and plenty of energy despite the sweltering heat. Many traveled hundreds—even thousands—of miles to cheer on their teams as Atlanta hosted its first knockout-round match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Soccer fans making their way into FIFA Fan Festival
World Cup soccer fans are making their way into the official FIFA Fan Festival in downtown Atlanta. Organizers, who are expecting the festival to be filled to capacity, have been making preparations for today's extreme heat. FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Kim Leoffler has a live report from outside the festival.
World Cup soccer fans are making their way into the official FIFA Fan Festival in downtown Atlanta. Organizers, who are expecting the festival to be filled to capacity, have been making preparations for today's extreme heat. FOX 5 Atlanta reporter Kim Leoffler has a live report from outside the festival.
England fans getting rowdy before big match
The England fans were getting rowdy well before the big match between DR Congo and England at noon Wednesday at Atlanta Stadium in downtown Atlanta. Good Day Atlanta Paul Milliken reporting live from the scene.
The England fans were getting rowdy well before the big match between DR Congo and England at noon Wednesday at Atlanta Stadium in downtown Atlanta. Good Day Atlanta Paul Milliken reporting live from the scene.
DR Congo and England teams begin to arrive at Atlanta Stadium
The DR Congo players began walking into Atlanta Stadium around 10 a.m. for their match at noon against England. The Three Lions' bus was also seen making its way to Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in downtown Atlanta.
The DR Congo players began walking into Atlanta Stadium around 10 a.m. for their match at noon against England. The Three Lions' bus was also seen making its way to Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in downtown Atlanta.
Fans share how far they have traveled for World Cup
Various fans around the country have shared with FIFA World Cup just how far they have traveled to see this year's World Cup matches.
Various fans around the country have shared with FIFA World Cup just how far they have traveled to see this year's World Cup matches.
Three Lions fans gather at The Irish Exit for pre-match celebration
Hours before England took the pitch inside Atlanta Stadium, Three Lions fans were already cheering on their team at the Irish pub across the street!
Hours before England took the pitch inside Atlanta Stadium, Three Lions fans were already cheering on their team at the Irish pub across the street!
Three Lions fans gathering at The Irish Exit
Fans of England's soccer team -- Three Lions -- have already gathered at The Irish Exit at Centennial Yards, which is close to Atlanta Stadium. Good Day Atlanta's Paul Milliken is there with Irish sports broadcaster and studio host for Major Soccer League, Kevin Egan.
Fans of England's soccer team -- Three Lions -- have already gathered at The Irish Exit at Centennial Yards, which is close to Atlanta Stadium. Good Day Atlanta's Paul Milliken is there with Irish sports broadcaster and studio host for Major Soccer League, Kevin Egan.
How to watch today’s World Cup matches: Wednesday, July 1
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 knockout stage continues today with the U.S. back in action taking on Bosnia and Herzegovina in San Francisco tonight. The earlier matches are England taking on Congo and Belgium vs Senegal.
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 knockout stage continues today with the U.S. back in action taking on Bosnia and Herzegovina in San Francisco tonight. The earlier matches are England taking on Congo and Belgium vs Senegal.
Mexico ends 40-year knockout drought, beats Ecuador to advance to Round of 16
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2–0 to reach the World Cup round of 16, ending a 40-year knockout-stage winless drought.
Mexico defeated Ecuador 2–0 to reach the World Cup round of 16, ending a 40-year knockout-stage winless drought.
World Cup fans brace for weather phenomenon known as 'heat dome'
A threatening heat dome will engulf the central and eastern U.S. this week with heat index temperatures — which combine air temperature with humidity — soaring into the triple-digits in some areas.
A threatening heat dome will engulf the central and eastern U.S. this week with heat index temperatures — which combine air temperature with humidity — soaring into the triple-digits in some areas.
World Cup Atlanta: DR Congo vs. England watch parties
Multiple pre-match festivities and watch parties are being held for DR Congo vs. England in the metro Atlanta area
Multiple pre-match festivities and watch parties are being held for DR Congo vs. England in the metro Atlanta area
British Consulate-General organizing 'fan embassy' for Atlanta World Cup match
Here's the latest you need to know.
Here's the latest you need to know.
World Cup Atlanta fans urged to prepare for dangerous heat Wednesday
Fans heading to Atlanta Stadium and the FIFA Fan Festival for Wednesday's World Cup Round of 32 match are being urged to prepare for dangerous heat.
Fans heading to Atlanta Stadium and the FIFA Fan Festival for Wednesday's World Cup Round of 32 match are being urged to prepare for dangerous heat.
How to watch today’s World Cup matches: Tuesday, June 30
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 continues with three matches taking place in the U.S. and Mexico. Today's matches are Ivory Coast vs Norway, France vs Sweden, and Mexico vs Ecuador.
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 continues with three matches taking place in the U.S. and Mexico. Today's matches are Ivory Coast vs Norway, France vs Sweden, and Mexico vs Ecuador.
World Cup Atlanta: Underdog DR Congo looks to shock England
Heavy underdog DR Congo faces World Cup favorite England in Wednesday's Round of 32 match in Atlanta.
Heavy underdog DR Congo faces World Cup favorite England in Wednesday's Round of 32 match in Atlanta.
FBI: 76 drones seized after flying into restricted airspace during FIFA World Cup
Federal agents have confiscated 76 drones in restricted airspace around downtown Atlanta since the FIFA World Cup began.
Federal agents have confiscated 76 drones in restricted airspace around downtown Atlanta since the FIFA World Cup began.
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.
How to watch today’s World Cup matches: Monday, June 29
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 continues with three matches taking place in the U.S. and Mexico. Today's matches are Brazil vs Japan, Germany vs Paraguay, and the Netherlands vs Morocco.
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 continues with three matches taking place in the U.S. and Mexico. Today's matches are Brazil vs Japan, Germany vs Paraguay, and the Netherlands vs Morocco.
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.