FIFA fans attend Fan Festival in Atlanta amid extreme heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 11:06 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Fans gathered at the FIFA Fan Festival in Atlanta on July 1, enduring high temperatures throughout the day. Gates opened at 11 a.m., and attendees arrived early to secure their spots. Enthusiastic supporters shared experiences, such as 11-year-old Maya Tengere, who planned to stay until after 8 p.m. Despite the heat and humidity, fans expressed excitement for the tournaments, with many sampling music and festivities. It was reported that fan festival tickets sold out prior to the event, leading to instances of fans sharing tickets.
- •Gates opened at 11 a.m. on July 1.
- •Fans showed resilience in extreme heat and humidity.
- •Some fans shared tickets due to sold-out event.
- •Maya Tengere planned to stay until 8 p.m. or later.
- •Fans supported various countries and teams at the festival.
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — FIFA fans brave heat for full day at Fan Festival in Atlanta
"Fans spent the entire day at FIFA Fan Fest despite the oppressive heat.
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