Atlanta’s 2026 World Cup Match Schedule — Dates, Times & Parking Tips
- Craig Habif
- Feb 2
- 2 min read
The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026 across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Atlanta’s host city matches fall between mid-June and mid-July, spanning group play to a semifinal. While specific teams will be confirmed following the tournament draw in December 2025, the match schedule and kickoff times at Mercedes-Benz Stadium are set:
Group Stage Matches
Monday, June 15, 12:00 p.m. ET — Spain vs. Cape Verde (Group H)
Thursday, June 18, 12:00 p.m. ET — South Africa vs. UEFA Playoff Winner (Group A)
Sunday, June 21, 12:00 p.m. ET — Spain vs. Saudi Arabia (Group H)
Wednesday, June 24, 6:00 p.m. ET — Morocco vs. Haiti (Group C)
Saturday, June 27, 7:30 p.m. ET — Uzbekistan vs. Playoff Winner (Group K)
Knockout Rounds
Wednesday, July 1, 12:00 p.m. ET — Round of 32 Match
Tuesday, July 7, 12:00 p.m. ET — Round of 16 Match
Wednesday, July 15, 3:00 p.m. ET — Semifinal Match
With games spread throughout the afternoon and evening, fans will have plenty of opportunities to experience the tournament atmosphere in Atlanta’s downtown — from early-day group matches to a high-stakes semifinal.
Convenient Parking for Atlanta World Cup Matches
One of the best ways to start your World Cup day stress-free is to secure easy, frictionless parking near Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Habif Properties offers two surface parking lots within short walking distance of the stadium — perfect for fans, visitors, and tailgaters alike.
Prime location within minutes of Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Easy ingress and egress to major roads and downtown attractions
Frictionless payment options — no need to wait in cash lines
Close proximity to the stadium and Georgia World Congress Center
Ideal for both pre-game gatherings and quick post-match departures
Contactless payment for seamless arrival and departure
Whether you’re heading to a midday group game or planning to catch the semifinal in mid-July, these lots give you convenient, dependable parking with modern payment technology. Skip the parking stress and focus on the match — and the excitement that comes with it.
