Atlanta, GA · USA

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

71,000 seats · Retractable roof · Hybrid grass

7 · Matches at this venue
2017 · Built in
ATL · Nearest airport
  • 71,000seats
  • 2017Built in
  • 7Matches at this venue
  • Retractableroof
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Get to Mercedes-Benz Stadium like a pro

MARTA rail to GWCC/CNN Center — 5-minute walk to gates. Book your stay, your flight and your pre-match experience before kickoff.

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History & heritage

Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in 2017 in Atlanta, USA, and serves as the home of Atlanta Falcons (NFL) · Atlanta United (MLS). With a capacity of 71,000, it ranks among the top venues of the FIFA World Cup 2026 — a tournament built around the largest combined seating in football history.

The pitch uses hybrid grass under retractable cover, configured to FIFA standards for the world's most-watched event. Match-day operations leverage decades of NFL/MLS/Liga MX experience: streamlined ingress, accessibility infrastructure, and concession capacity unique to North-American mega-venues.

Transport & access

MARTA rail to GWCC/CNN Center — 5-minute walk to gates.

Centennial Olympic Park, the Aquarium and World of Coca-Cola are all next door.

Matches at this venue

Group stage · Jun 11, 2026
Group A · #2 vs Group A · #4
Group stage · Jun 14, 2026
Group D · #3 vs Group D · #4
Group stage · Jun 18, 2026
Group F · #2 vs Group F · #3
Group stage · Jun 21, 2026
Group I · #2 vs Group I · #4
Group stage · Jun 24, 2026
Group L · #3 vs Group L · #4
Round of 32 · Jun 29, 2026
R32 8A vs R32 8B
Round of 16 · Jul 4, 2026
R16 4A vs R16 4B

Hotels nearby

Downtown ATL hotels (Omni, Marriott Marquis) are walking distance.

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Food & activities

Famously affordable concessions — $2 hot dogs, $5 craft beer remain a Falcons tradition.

Traveler tips

Insider tip: The Halo Board is the largest video display in any stadium worldwide — get there 30 min early to see it open.

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Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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FAQ

FAQ

What is the capacity of Mercedes-Benz Stadium?

Mercedes-Benz Stadium seats 71,000 spectators for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.

When was Mercedes-Benz Stadium built?

Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in 2017 and is the home of Atlanta Falcons (NFL) · Atlanta United (MLS).

How do I get to Mercedes-Benz Stadium?

MARTA rail to GWCC/CNN Center — 5-minute walk to gates.

What is the nearest airport?

ATL — busiest airport on Earth.

Where should I stay near Mercedes-Benz Stadium?

Downtown ATL hotels (Omni, Marriott Marquis) are walking distance.

What food options are available?

Famously affordable concessions — $2 hot dogs, $5 craft beer remain a Falcons tradition.

Does Mercedes-Benz Stadium have a roof?

Mercedes-Benz Stadium has a retractable configuration with hybrid grass.

How many World Cup 2026 matches are scheduled here?

7 matches are scheduled at Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the tournament.

Host city

Atlanta — City guide →
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