Atlanta Stadium World Cup Guide

Asher Hyre Updated: May 07 2026 21:58

The Atlanta Stadium is one of the newest and technologically-advanced stadiums in the United States, featuring an iconic pinwheel-looking retractable roof.

A host to plenty of major sporting events such as a Super Bowl, College Football National Championships, the MLS Cup, and more, the Atlanta Stadium will be adding the 2026 World Cup to its impressive repertoire.

The Atlanta Stadium will fost five group-stage matches, a Round of 32 game, a Round of 16 game, and a semifinal. Confirmed teams playing in Atlanta include Spain, Cabo Verde, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Haiti, and Uzbekistan.

Stadium Features

The Atlanta stadium will be the fourth-largest at the World Cup, capable of holding around 75,000 fans.

The stadium is the first professional sports venue in the U.S. to achieve a LEED Platinum certification - the highest level of certification awarded by the "Green Building Council" for sustainable design and energy efficiency.

It features a massive 360-degree "Halo" video board, floor-to-ceiling windows for a view of the skyline, and the retractable roof that consists of eight "petals."

The stadium is typically used as the host for the Atlanta Falcons of the NFL and the Atlanta United of MLS, along with the SEC football championship game and the Peach Bowl.

Seating Capacity	75,000
Opening Date	August 26, 2017
Key Features	360-degree video board,
Host Team (s)	Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Sounders
Stadium Address	800 Occidental Avenue, Seattle, WA

Stadium Atmosphere

The atmosphere at the Atlanta stadium can be described as a high-energy and a "party" environment, with numerous themed bars and affordable concessions throughout the stadium.

The energy changes depending on the sport and significance, as football games are loud when the Falcons are good, and soccer games feature passion, chants, and singing throughout the game.

There is plenty to explore near the stadium as well. The World of Coca-Cola and Georgia Aquarium are within walking distance, as well as the College Football Hall of Fame and SkyView Atlanta - a Ferris wheel for views of the city.

Atlanta Stadium Security and Safety

In preparation for the World Cup, there are plenty of security precautions being implemented. The most noteworthy security feature includes the use of AI-based security screening machines to for rapid, touchless weapons screening, replacing the traditional metal detector. Other features include:

Clear bag policy
S.A.F.E. security personnel
Robot dog used as a "mobile security camera"

Atlanta Stadium FAQs

Here are a few questions that are frequently asked by people researching the Atlanta Stadium ahead of the World Cup:

1. Who owns the Atlanta Stadium?

The stadium is owned through the state of Georgia by the Georgia World Congress Center Authority, but is operated by Arthur Blank and his company - the owner of the Falcons and United.

2. What happened to the old Atlanta Stadium?

The old Atlanta Stadium, named the Georgia Dome, was used from 1992-2016 as the home of the Falcons, but it was demolished and replaced in 2017.

3. Will the United States play at the Atlanta Stadium?

It depends. The USMNT will not play any of their guaranteed group stage matches in Atlanta, but if they make it to the Round of 32, Round of 16, or semifinal, there is a chance that they'll play at the Atlanta Stadium.