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News Articles: soccer

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'The Benz' no more? Stadium to temporarily remove all corporate branding for World Cup

The process will begin in late May in compliance with FIFA regulations banning corporate logos in and around host stadiums.

January 19, 2026
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By:
  • Amanda Andrews
Goal scorers Isaac Buckley-Ricketts and Paul Dawson of Macclesfield celebrate after the team's victory following the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Macclesfield and Crystal Palace at Moss Rose Ground on January 10, 2026 in Macclesfield, England.

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  • Sports

Historic upset in English soccer's FA Cup as Macclesfield beat holders Crystal Palace

The result marks the first time in 117 years that a side from outside the major national leagues has eliminated the reigning FA Cup holders.

January 11, 2026
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By:
  • Willem Marx
FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the FIFA World Cup 2026 official match schedule announcement in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 6, 2025.

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  • Sports

FIFA president defends World Cup ticket prices, saying demand is hitting records

The FIFA President addressed outrage over ticket prices for the World Cup by pointing to record demand and reiterating that most of the proceeds will help support soccer around the world.

December 29, 2025
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By:
  • Rafael Nam
Soccer fans pose for a photo in front of soccer-themed display

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  • Sports

Sites and times for the 2026 World Cup tournament are set. Some of the 104 games will be in Atlanta

FIFA has announced the World Cup final will kick off July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Featuring 104 total matches, the tourney's semifinals include a July 15 game in Atlanta — the site of a Friday event to announce the draw.

 

December 08, 2025
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By:
  • Associated Press and
  • Amanda Andrews
The Washington Spirit and Gotham FC face off in the National Women's Soccer League finals on Saturday in San Jose. Left: Marge Liguori and Nat Lazo cheer on Gotham FC. Right: The crowd cheers at the Washington Spirit's semifinal match last weekend.

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  • Sports

These fans have sung their way to the National Women's Soccer League finals

The Washington Spirit takes on Gotham FC on Saturday in San Jose, Calif.

November 21, 2025
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By:
  • Chloe Veltman
girls post with NWSL Atlanta logo

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  • Sports

'I cannot wait.' Young athletes celebrate Atlanta women's soccer pro league expansion announcement

Athletes at the Empower Her event in Atlanta were among the first people to hear about the city's upcoming national women's soccer team.

November 13, 2025
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By:
  • Amanda Andrews
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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  • Sports

Atlanta United fires coach Ronny Deila following 5-16-3 record in his only season

Atlanta United coach Ronny Deila has been fired one day after the end of a 5-16-3 season. Deila was dismissed after only one season. 

October 20, 2025
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By:
  • Associated Press
Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds (from right), his wife Blake Lively and Rob McElhenney pose with fans before the English League One soccer match between Wrexham and Charlton Athletic at the Racecourse ground in Wrexham, Wales, on April 26, 2025.

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  • World

Why are so many rich Americans investing in British soccer teams?

American millionaires and celebrities are buying up British soccer teams in record numbers.

October 18, 2025
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By:
  • Robbie Griffiths
 FILE - Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan applauds the crowd after an MLS soccer match against CF Montréal, Feb. 22, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, file)

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  • Sports

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan to retire after 2025 MLS season

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan will retire after the 2025 MLS season, the former U.S. national team player said Tuesday.

October 15, 2025
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By:
  • Associated Press
Chelsea's Reece James (24) lifts the trophy as President Donald Trump looks on following the Club World Cup final soccer match between Chelsea and PSG in East Rutherford, N.J. on Sunday.

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  • Politics

Trump marks anniversary of assassination attempt at the FIFA Club World Cup final

The president joined the players on the field after the match to present PSG players with their runner-up medals and hand Chelsea their championship trophy.

July 14, 2025
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By:
  • The Associated Press
FILE - Garth Lagerwey, then-general manager of the Seattle Sounders soccer team, gestures during training, May 3, 2022, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)

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  • Sports

Atlanta United president/CEO Garth Lagerwey undergoing cancer treatment and taking leave of absence

Atlanta United president and chief executive officer Garth Lagerwey is undergoing cancer treatment and taking an indefinite leave of absence. United officials say "the prognosis of a complete recovery is encouraging."

July 10, 2025
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By:
  • Associated Press
Atlanta’s time as host for FIFA Club World Cup came to an end on Sunday, July 6, 2025, with Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich competing in the quarterfinal match. In the end PSG claimed the victory in a blowout win. (Photo courtesy/Sofia Cupertino- SDH Network)

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Paris Saint-Germain wins 2-0 over Bayern Munich at Atlanta’s final match. Follow FIFA Club World Cup 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 07, 2025
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By:
  • 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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  • Sports

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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  • Sports

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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  • News

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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By:
  • Peter Biello
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