Half a million fans visit Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium during World Cup matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 5:14 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta hosted over 544,000 fans and 4,000 media members during the FIFA World Cup this summer. Fans took advantage of affordable food options, purchasing more than 1.4 million food and beverage items. The stadium was recognized for its sustainability efforts, diverting 91% of waste from landfills and contributing to local charities. AMB Sports and Entertainment, the stadium operator, emphasized the importance of shared experiences during the tournament.
- •More than 544,000 fans attended the World Cup matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- •Over 1.4 million food and beverage items were sold during the tournament.
- •Mercedes-Benz Stadium ranked first for food among World Cup venues.
- •The stadium achieved a 91% waste diversion rate during the event.
- •Significant food donations and sustainability efforts benefited local charities.
- 5:14 PMYahoo Sports — Half a million World Cup fans came to Atlanta stadium. What they bought
"Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosted more than half a million fans during the World Cup, and they took advantage of the cheap stadium prices.
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