Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Stadium History

Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in August 2017, replacing the Georgia Dome as the home of the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and MLS's Atlanta United FC. It was built as part of a $1.6 billion project to revitalize downtown Atlanta. Notable events include hosting Super Bowl LIII in 2019, the 2018 MLS Cup, and the 2020 NCAA Men's Final Four. In 2026, it will host five FIFA World Cup matches, including a quarterfinal.

⚽ Matches at this stadium

Spain

Jun 15, 04:00 PM

Cape Verde

Czechia

Jun 18, 04:00 PM

South Africa

Spain

Jun 21, 04:00 PM

Saudi Arabia

Morocco

Jun 24, 10:00 PM

Haiti

Congo DR

Jun 27, 11:30 PM

Uzbekistan

Group L Winner

Jul 1, 04:00 PM

Third Place Group E/H/I/J/K

Round of 32 14 Winner

Jul 7, 04:00 PM

Round of 32 16 Winner

Quarterfinal 3 Winner

Jul 15, 07:00 PM

Quarterfinal 4 Winner

About the City

Atlanta is a dynamic Southern metropolis known for its rich civil rights history, vibrant music scene (hip-hop and R&B), and world-class attractions like the Georgia Aquarium and World of Coca-Cola. The city's vibe is a blend of modern urban energy and Southern hospitality. Getting around is easy with MARTA rail and bus system, ride-shares, and a walkable downtown core. Foodies love the diverse culinary scene from soul food to international cuisines.

Fun Facts

• 1The stadium's retractable roof opens like a camera aperture in about 8 minutes.
• 2The 'halo board' is a 360-degree, 58-foot tall video screen that is the largest in any NFL stadium.
• 3Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is the world's busiest airport by passenger traffic.
• 4The stadium uses 100% renewable energy and has over 4,000 solar panels.