As the city of Atlanta gears up to host eight matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first match-ups have been set for the group stage round.
The World Cup, jointly hosted by the United States , Mexico and Canada, will be spread across 16 cities and consist of six rounds of play.
The tournament begins June 11 with matches in Guadalajara and Mexico City, and the final match will be played on July 19 in New Jersey.
Which World Cup teams are coming to Atlanta?
Five group stage matches will be played at Mercedes-Benz stadium.
Spain versus Cabo Verde — Group H on Monday, June 15
South Africa versus DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL — Group A on Thursday, June 18
Spain versus Saudi Arabia — Group H on Sunday, June 21
Morocco versus Haiti — Group C on Wednesday, June 24
Uzbekistan versus COD/JAM/NC

The Augusta Chronicle

ESPN Soccer
Cleveland Jewish News
The Daily Beast
Crooks and Liars
WTOP Sports
KMOV Sports
Consequence Music
The List
Law & Crime
The Conversation