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News Articles: soccer

Borussia Dortmund will advance to the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup after hanging on to win against C.F. Monterrey 2-1 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Photo Courtesy: Sofia Cupertino/SDH Network

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Borussia Dortmund takes 2-1 win against Monterrey in Atlanta. Follow FIFA Club World Cup action here

GPB Sports' Jon Nelson reports from the heart of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup action in Atlanta as Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts 6 of the international soccer matches between June 16 and July 5.

July 02, 2025
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  • Jon Nelson and
  • GPB News Staff
Inter Miami CF star Lionel Messi waves to the crowd in Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium on June 19, 2025 after the team  prevailed over Porto in a FIFA Club World Club match.

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Lionel Messi and Miami to meet Paris Saint-Germain in Atlanta on Sunday

Inter Miami FC is hoping for an upset against a European powerhouse in the fourth of six FIFA Club World Cup matches to take place at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

June 27, 2025
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By:
  • Orlando Montoya
The completely revamped Club World Cup men's soccer tournament kicks off Saturday, with 63 games to be played over the next month.

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Why FIFA's revamped Club World Cup is off to a bumpy debut in the U.S.

The stage is set for 32 club teams — including some of the top ones around the world — to compete for the chance to emerge as the champion of a revamped tournament. It hasn't gone great so far.

June 13, 2025
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By:
  • Rafael Nam
British consul general Rachel Galloway in GPB Talk Studio

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Chelsea or Man City? British Consul General weighs impact of FIFA Club World Cup games in Atlanta

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup brings two prominent English football teams to Atlanta this month — Manchester City and Chelsea FC. The action begins June 16 and Rachel Gallaway, British Consul General in Atlanta, stopped by the GPB Talk Studio to tell us about the expected impact.

June 12, 2025
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  • Peter Biello
construction materials on a dirt path in front of a large building with no windows or walls yet

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U.S. Soccer headquarters in South Atlanta on track for 2026 opening

Construction is well underway for the U.S. Soccer National Training Center in South Atlanta. Project leaders say it's on track for completion before the World Cup.

June 09, 2025
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  • Amanda Andrews
FIFA Club World Cup

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Atlanta to host matches for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and 2026 FIFA World Cup. What's the difference?

Atlanta will host several matches for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, beginning June 16, and the 2026 World Cup at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium the following year. What's the difference between the two tournaments?

June 06, 2025
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By:
  • Orlando Montoya and
  • Jon Nelson
7 people standing behind a scarf that says " Decatur Watchfest" and they're all holding soccer balls and wearing matching scafs

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Decatur announces 2026 World Cup watch party experience

Decatur Watchfest will broadcast all 104 FIFA World Cup games over 34 days.

May 07, 2025
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  • Amanda Andrews
Andre Dickens stands with FIFA President Gianni Infantino at a Mercedes-Benz event on March 14, 2025

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Atlanta mayor hosts FIFA president as they prep for two summers of World Cup action

Mayor Andre Dickens and FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited Mercedes-Benz stadium to celebrate the World Cup and Club World Cup coming to Atlanta.

April 15, 2025
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  • Amanda Andrews
Atlanta United forward Emmanuel Latte Lath (19) works during the first half of an MLS soccer match against CF Montréal, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Atlanta.

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Emmanuel Latte Lath rallies Atlanta United to 4-3 victory over NYCFC

Emmanuel Latte Lath scored late in the second half and Atlanta United rallied from two goals down to beat New York City FC 4-3 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

March 31, 2025
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  • Associated Press
Orlando Pride defender Kerry Abello (left) and Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman chase after the ball during the first half of the NWSL championship at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. on Nov. 23, 2024.

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The league of chaos is back. Here's what we're watching this NWSL season

Whether you're new to the National Women's Soccer League, or you've been a fan for its past 12 seasons, here's a preview of what you should watch out for when play kicks off this weekend.

March 14, 2025
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By:
  • Jeffrey Pierre and
  • Bill Chappell
An aerial view of Old Trafford stadium, home of Manchester United Football Club, on Aug. 31, 2022 in Manchester, England.

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Manchester United announces plans for a new $2.5 billion stadium

The plans include the demolition of Old Trafford, the team's iconic 115-year-old stadium.

March 11, 2025
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By:
  • Manuela López Restrepo and
  • Lauren Frayer
Fireworks go off after Argentina's victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Lusail City, Qatar.

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In a first, the 2026 World Cup final will include a halftime show

Like the Super Bowl mid-game spectaculars, the 2026 final game slated to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will include the World Cup's very first halftime show.

March 05, 2025
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  • Manuela López Restrepo
Kansas City Current forward Temwa Chaŵinga and Portland Thorns FC defender Reyna Reyes in March 2024.

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A star generation of women's soccer has retired. A new series shows who to watch next

A trailblazing generation of players is retiring. In a new docuseries from Prime Video, we hear from a new group of players and coaches vying to be the next best in American women's soccer.

March 05, 2025
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By:
  • Jeffrey Pierre
Ronny Deila, Atlanta United’s new manager, spoke to the media following the final preseason match on Saturday. “I’m just looking forward to meeting them and getting started,” Delia said of playing in front of Atlanta United fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. Photo by Kerri Phox/The Atlanta Voice

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Atlanta United, undefeated during preseason, prepare for season opener at The Benz on Saturday

The Five Stripes were back on the pitch in metro Atlanta again, but this time on the team’s field at its training facility in Marietta instead of at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. That will have to wait till Saturday, Feb. 22 when Atlanta hosts CF Montreal.

February 17, 2025
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  • Donnell Suggs
Atlanta United said Thursday they have signed Miguel Almirón after completing a transfer from Newcastle United for an undisclosed fee.

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Miguel Almiron returns to Atlanta United after transfer from Newcastle

Miguel Almirón is returning to Atlanta. Atlanta United said Thursday they have signed the Paraguayan midfielder after completing a transfer from Newcastle United for an undisclosed fee.

January 30, 2025
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