Mercedes-Benz Stadium Overview
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, opened in 2017, is considered the crown jewel of modern stadium design. Winner of numerous architectural awards, it features a retractable roof inspired by the oculus of the Pantheon in Rome — eight steel "petals" fold back to reveal an opening to the sky. The stadium is LEED Platinum certified, the highest sustainability rating, and is powered partly by on-site solar panels. It's home to both the Atlanta Falcons (NFL) and Atlanta United FC (MLS).
Stadium Statistics
Capacity Ranking
Ranked #6 of 16 World Cup venues. Maximum capacity: 87,523 (Estadio Azteca).
World Cup History
Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host its first FIFA World Cup matches in 2026. Atlanta was not a 1994 host city.
Seating Chart & Layout
Mercedes-Benz Stadium features the unique 360-degree Halo Board — the world's largest and highest-resolution LED video board, hanging above the field in a ring. Seating is arranged in a steep bowl for excellent sightlines. The retractable roof petals can open to reveal the sky.
360° Virtual Stadium Tour
Virtual Tour Coming Soon
360° tour will be available closer to the tournament
Record Attendance
75,740
College Football Playoff (January 2018)
Stadium Features
Stadium Location
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