Atlanta.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Opened 2017, replacing the Georgia Dome. Home of the Atlanta Falcons (NFL) and Atlanta United FC (MLS). LEED Platinum certified. The stadium retractable roof resembles the oculus of Rome's Pantheon. Temporarily renamed Atlanta Stadium during the 2026 World Cup per FIFA commercial naming policy.
- Airport
- 25MIN
- Downtown
- 5MIN
- Capacity
- 71K
- Matches
- 8
Last mile to the gate
Walk
5-min walk from GWCC/CNN Center (east gates)
A covered pedestrian bridge connects GWCC/CNN Center Station directly to Gate 4 on the stadium's east side. Sheltered from rain and clearly signposted.
Walk
5-min walk from Vine City Station (west gates)
Exit Vine City Station and walk east on MLK Jr Drive. West gates are the first gates you reach. Follow the crowd on match days.
Rideshare
Drop-off: Northside Dr or Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Official rideshare drop zones on Northside Drive (north) and MLK Jr Drive (west). Avoid Richardson Street which is pedestrian-only on event days.
Shuttle
MARTA extended service until 1:30am after evening matches
MARTA runs extended service after all World Cup matches. No last bus to worry about -- take your time.
Downtown to stadium
MARTA Red/Gold Line
Red or Gold Line: Five Points to GWCC/CNN Center or Vine City
MARTA Red/Gold Line
Red or Gold Line: Five Points to GWCC/CNN Center or Vine City
- 01 Rail Board Red or Gold Line westbound from Five Points or any downtown station toward Bankhead/Hamilton E Holmes. 5 min
- 02 Walk Exit at GWCC/CNN Center: use the covered pedestrian bridge to Gate 4 on the east side of Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Exit at Vine City for west gates (Gate 8 area). 3 min
Airport to stadium
MARTA Red/Gold Line
Red or Gold Line: Airport to Vine City Station
MARTA Red/Gold Line
Red or Gold Line: Airport to Vine City Station
- 01 Walk Follow signs to MARTA from baggage claim. The Airport Station is directly connected to the domestic terminal. 5 min
- 02 Rail Board Red or Gold Line northbound at Airport Station. Both lines run to downtown Atlanta and Vine City. Match-day service every 5 minutes. 25 min
- 03 Walk Exit at Vine City Station. Walk east on MLK Jr Drive to stadium west gates (Gate 8 area). 5 min
Intercity connections
Fixtures at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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Spain vs Cape Verde
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Winner Group L vs Third place
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Winner Match 86 vs Winner Match 88
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Winner Match 99 vs Winner Match 100
Weather during the tournament
Highs 88-92°F · Lows 68-72°F
- Humidity
- High (65-75%)
- Rainfall
- Frequent afternoon thunderstorms in June and July, typically brief but intense. About 5-7 rain days per month.
Atlanta summers are hot and humid. Hydrate before matches and arrive early to find shade at the stadium. Light, breathable clothing is essential. Keep an eye on weather apps as afternoon storms can roll in quickly -- they usually pass within an hour.