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Atlanta’s World Cup 2026 is coming: Learning soccer from scratch

Atlanta gearing up to host eight World Cup matches, AJC’s Fraser Jones is kicking off Episode 1 of his soccer crash course. Made in partnership with Ed Voyles.

20 free things to do in metro Atlanta in June

Inside the new U.S. Soccer headquarters in Georgia

The Atlanta Beltline restaurant list: The Northeast Trail

Take a barbecue road trip around Atlanta with these 5 stops

World Cup Videos

Soccer 101: How not to get kicked out of the game

Inside the new U.S. Soccer headquarters in Georgia

Atlanta’s countdown to the 2026 World Cup has begun

Women are taking over the World Cup pregame at Silverback Park

Why Atlanta’s soccer boom before the World Cup is personal for Arthur Blank

Atlanta’s Brewhouse is prepping for a World Cup takeover

Mayor Andre Dickens reveals Atlanta’s bold vision for 2026 World Cup

More World Cup

The best restaurants in every terminal at the Atlanta airport

Hungry at ATL? These 20 airport restaurants serve food and drink with Atlanta flair and genuinely good flavors.

Kick It: A burning question, answered

Atlanta's World Cup countdown: 25 days.

Q&A: Emory sports medicine physician shares tips for soccer players everywhere

As World Cup excitement builds, Dr. R. Amadeus Mason shares tips to help recreational soccer players prevent injuries, train safely and stay healthy on the field.

Eye-catching street art across metro Atlanta

A local’s guide to Atlanta Beltline restaurants: The Southeast Trail

A comprehensive guide to the restaurants, bars, coffee shops and more along the Atlanta Beltline’s Southeast Trail.

Soccer 101: How not to get kicked out of the game

Atlanta is getting ready for the World Cup, and Soccer 101 continues with a crash course in fouls.

Why Atlanta’s soccer boom before the World Cup is personal for Arthur Blank

The Blanks' personal soccer story helped shape Atlanta’s World Cup moment. Credits: AJC | Elon University | Erica Denhoff / Getty Images | Ken Sugiura / AJC

Taste local history at 25 of Atlanta’s longest-running restaurants

The diversity of Atlanta is reflected in its restaurants, some of which have been serving up good meals for decades.

A comprehensive guide to day drinking in Atlanta

Build a day-drinking itinerary in Atlanta with this guide organized by neighborhood.

What to expect at new Atlanta cultural hub debuting for FIFA World Cup

The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs unveils plans for ATL Culture House, which will have eight community events to promote the new cultural hub during the World Cup.

Atlanta’s countdown to the 2026 World Cup has begun

Atlanta is ready for the world. With 8 matches including a semifinal the 2026 World Cup.