Could World Cup be Catalyst for Atlanta Soccer’s Future?

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Friday, May 8th, 2026

Atlanta will host eight World Cup matches this summer, including a semifinal. All will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The World Cup is a chapter in a book written by Arthur Blank.

Blank built Atlanta United FC into a powerhouse of the South, winning the MLS Cup and US Open Cup. The team consistently ranks among the global leaders in attendance.

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