ATLANTA, July 12 (Reuters) – The next World Cup game is scheduled for July 14 in Los Angeles, followed by the Atlanta semifinal on July 15. Speculation is mounting that England could return to Atlanta for that match.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has 16 knockout matches remaining. Atlanta Stadium will host the July 15 semifinal at 8 p.m. ET, per FOX 5 Atlanta. No teams are confirmed yet.
When is the next World Cup game?
– July 14: Quarterfinal, Los Angeles, 9 p.m. ET
– July 15: Semifinal, Atlanta, 8 p.m. ET
– July 16: Semifinal, New York, 8 p.m. ET
Social media is buzzing about an England return. Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) reported July 10 that fan accounts are circulating rumors. The Three Lions lost to France in the 2022 quarterfinal. A semifinal comeback in Atlanta would be their deepest run since 1966.
Ranking Atlanta’s best matches so far
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) ranked the seven games hosted at Atlanta Stadium. The top three:
| Rank | Match | Date | Attendance | Key Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Verde vs. Spain | June 15 | 71,000 | Spain’s 3-2 comeback in stoppage time |
| 2 | Morocco vs. Haiti | June 22 | 68,500 | Morocco’s 1-0 upset on counterattack |
| 3 | USA vs. Portugal | June 29 | 73,200 | USA’s 2-1 win in group stage finale |
What to expect in Atlanta’s final World Cup days
FOX 5 Atlanta reports that the fan zone at Centennial Olympic Park will close July 14. MARTA will run extra trains July 15 for the semifinal. Broadcast details: match on FOX, pre-game coverage from 6 p.m. ET.
The semifinal opponent remains unknown. England’s path depends on winning their quarterfinal. No official confirmation exists from FIFA or the England FA.
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💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: When is the next World Cup game?
- A: The next World Cup game is a quarterfinal in Los Angeles on July 14 at 9 p.m. ET.
- Q: When is the Atlanta semifinal?
- A: The Atlanta semifinal is on July 15 at 8 p.m. ET at Atlanta Stadium.
- Q: Could England play in the Atlanta semifinal?
- A: Rumors suggest England may return to Atlanta for the semifinal, which would mark their deepest World Cup run since 1966.