Group A — opens the tournament at Estadio AztecaMexico
THU, JUN 11 · 18:00
Opening match · Estadio Azteca
THU, JUN 18 · 12:00
Guadalajara · Estadio Akron
WED, JUN 24 · 20:00
Monterrey · Estadio BBVA
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Local Guide · 2026
Tennessee's guide
to the World Cup
Your nearest host is Atlanta — 4 hr drive south on I-75 from Nashville (closer from Chattanooga). Most Tennessee fans drive — Atlanta is the regional draw.
Kickoff · Jun 11, 2026Counting down to the opening match
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Host nations
Track USA, Mexico, Canada
The three host nations every fan wants to follow. Save the dates — these are the fixtures that anchor the group stage.
Group A — opens the tournament at Estadio Azteca
Group B — split between Toronto and VancouverCanada
FRI, JUN 12 · 16:00
Toronto · BMO Field
SAT, JUN 20 · 16:00
Vancouver · BC Place
FRI, JUN 26 · 16:00
Toronto · BMO Field
Group D — opens in Los Angeles, knockouts likely on the East CoastUSA
FRI, JUN 12 · 13:00
Los Angeles · SoFi Stadium · Opener
SAT, JUN 20 · 20:00
MetLife Stadium · NY/NJ
FRI, JUN 26 · 20:00
Dallas · AT&T Stadium
Matches in Atlanta
3 matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
The fixtures closest to Tennessee. Opponents marked TBD are pending the final FIFA draw.
Group StageMON, JUN 15 · 16:00
TBDVSTBD
Group StageSUN, JUN 21 · 16:00
TBDVSTBD
SemifinalTUE, JUL 7 · 20:00
TBDVSTBD
Semifinal
Getting there
Travel + stadium logistics
Everything between your front door in Tennessee and your seat at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- ATL (Hartsfield-Jackson)
MARTA train from ATL → GWCC/CNN Center station (15 min). Drops you a 5-min walk from the stadium.
Stadium parking sells out — book via SpotHero or ParkMobile in advance. Or use the Coca-Cola lot.
Hot and humid, 25–33°C. Afternoon thunderstorms common.
4 hr drive south on I-75 from Nashville (closer from Chattanooga). Most Tennessee fans drive — Atlanta is the regional draw.
Where to stay
Best Atlanta neighborhoods
Match-day hotel prices spike 3–5× in host cities. Book the neighborhood, not just the price.
Eat + drink near the stadium
Atlanta food picks
Where to fuel up before kickoff — and where to keep the night going after.
Official Fan Fest
FIFA Fan Fest Atlanta
1996 Olympic Park transformed into the tournament's southeastern hub with screens, food vendors, and concerts.
Free entry. Open daily during matches.
Check the official FIFA app for daily programming, screen schedules and on-site amenities at the Atlanta fan fest.
Did you know
Atlanta United regularly draws 70k+ in MLS — the city's soccer credibility is real. Mercedes-Benz Stadium has the largest 360° video board in any stadium worldwide.
Match-day pro tips
From people who've done this
Mercedes-Benz Stadium has a retractable roof — weather-proof.
Stadium cash-free — bring contactless cards / mobile pay.
Bag policy: clear bags only, max 12x6x12 inches.
Where to watch locally
Soccer bars in Tennessee
Not making the trip? These local pubs show the matches. Arrive early on USA, Mexico or Canada days.
Soccer Pubs
Open
Honky Tonk Central
329 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201, USA4780reviews
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McNamara's Irish Pub & Restaurant
2740 Old Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37214, USA4725reviews
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Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk
411 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203, USA4513reviews
View venueThis guide is curated by VisitSoccer. Match opponents marked TBD are pending final FIFA draw outcomes — bookmark the page; we update as confirmations come in.