​The FIFA 2026 World Cup is drawing toward its conclusion, with one team already securing a place in the first semifinal. The tournament began with a record 48 teams—the largest in World Cup history—and has since been pared down to eight quarterfinalists. In the opening quarterfinal, France defeated Morocco 2-0, earning a spot in the July 14 semifinal. France will face the winner of the Spain versus Belgium clash on July 10, placing them on one side of the bracket. On the other side, Norway will take on England, and Argentina will face Switzerland on July 11, with the victors advancing to the July 15 semifinal.
Atlanta has hosted seven matches so far, with one more to come. Fans can stream World Cup action via Fubo. The city’s venues, including the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, will host the final World Cup match in Atlanta on July 15. The tournament kicked off in Georgia on June 15 with a memorable opening clash between Cape Verde, making its first World Cup appearance, and Spain, a perennial favorite still in the tournament. After a 0-0 draw in the group phase, Cape Verde surprised many by advancing from the group and prompting a dramatic comeback from Argentina, the reigning champions, who needed a late equalizer to beat Cape Verde 3-2.
Thousands of soccer enthusiasts gathered at Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta for the event’s first match in the city on June 15, 2026, as Cape Verde took on Spain inside the Mercedes-Benz Stadium while the Fan Fest thrived outside. Atlanta Stadium also hosted England versus the Democratic Republic of the Congo, another notable underdog story. DR Congo surged ahead in the first half, marking the country’s first appearance outside the group stage since 1974 and signaling its first World Cup win over Uzbekistan just days earlier. England, however, relied on captain Harry Kane to secure victory with two late goals, propelling England into the Round of 16 against Mexico.
Images captured crowds of England supporters flooding Atlanta for the Round of 32 match against the DR Congo at Atlanta Stadium on July 1, 2026. The city’s energy was unmistakable as red and white colors dominated the scene.
Atlanta Stadium is slated to host one of the two semifinal matches, with the other semifinal scheduled for Dallas on July 14. The winners of the semifinals will advance to the World Cup Final on July 19 at New York/New Jersey Stadium, while the losers will meet in a third-place match on July 18 at Miami Stadium.
If you’re planning to attend, you can buy Atlanta World Cup tickets now. And yes, there are still a few dates left on the official schedule, making this a tournament to remember as the action continues toward the later stages.