The road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 is officially taking shape—and Atlanta is right in the middle of the action.

Following the latest round of playoff finals, the final teams have been locked into the expanded 48-team field, marking a historic moment for the tournament. With more teams, more matches, and more global representation than ever before, the 2026 World Cup is set to be the largest in history.

For Atlanta soccer fans, the excitement just got more real.

FINAL The full FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule (including Atlanta matches) is now live here: https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026/articles/match-schedule-fixtures-results-teams-stadiums
Two key matchups headed to Atlanta were confirmed after Tuesday’s results:

• DR Congo defeated Jamaica and will now face Uzbekistan in Atlanta

• Czechia defeated Denmark and will take on South Africa in Atlanta

These international match ups promise a dynamic mix of playing styles and global fan bases, bringing incredible energy to the city when the tournament kicks off.

With qualifying now complete, the full match schedule—including all Atlanta fixtures—is officially live on FIFA’s website. Fans can begin planning now for what is expected to be one of the most highly attended sporting events in the world.

And if you’re hoping to be part of it in person, now is the time to act. The tournament’s last-minute ticket phase opened today (April 1 at 11:00 AM ET), giving fans another opportunity to secure seats for this once-in-a-generation event. http://fifa.com/tickets

Here’s what makes this World Cup especially significant:

• 48 teams competing (the largest field ever)

• 104 matches across the tournament

• 16 host cities throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico—including Atlanta

• 6+ million attendees expected worldwide

Atlanta continues to shine on the global stage, and hosting multiple World Cup matches only reinforces its reputation as a premier destination for major events.

Whether you’re a lifelong soccer fan or just looking to be part of the excitement, the countdown to 2026 has officially begun.