World Cup: DR Congo and Uzbekistan face off at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
With a spot in the Round of 32 potentially on the line, the Leopards of DR Congo face Uzbekistan tonight in the final Group K match at Atlanta Stadium.
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Atlanta United loan contracts expire as World Cup stadium takeover continues
Defender Juan Berrocal and midfielder Matías Galarza will return to their parent clubs on June 30. Meanwhile, Mercedes-Benz Stadium's World Cup duties keep the team on the road.
Braves snap skid with 3-1 win over Giants; Suarez moves to IL, Waldrep recalled
After losing 10 of 13 games, the Braves got a much-needed boost in San Francisco. But injuries continue to shuffle the pitching staff, with Robert Suarez landing on the injured list and prospect Hurston Waldrep heading back up.
Kyle Pitts is back. The Falcons finally have a tight end worth building around.
After a contract standoff and a quietly dominant spring, Pitts looks like the player Atlanta thought it was drafting in 2021. The question is who else steps up around him.
Hawks trade for All-Star guard, reshape backcourt for 2026-27
Atlanta sent two future first-rounders and a young wing to Indiana for a 25-year-old point guard. The move signals the franchise is all-in on the Trae Young window.
Braves pitching staff quietly becomes one of MLB's best, despite trade-deadline doubts
After a rocky April, the Braves' rotation has the lowest ERA in the National League since May 1. The question is whether they can sustain it through the dog days of July and August.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium gets $200M renovation: what fans will see in 2027
Arthur Blank is funding a top-to-bottom renovation of the 9-year-old stadium. The work will be done in two offseasons so neither the Falcons nor Atlanta United miss a home game.
Atlanta's high school football scene is quietly having its best season in a decade
Three metro teams are ranked in the top 25 nationally, the most in any year since 2014. What's driving the rise — and whether it can last.
Atlanta United's Five Stripes to become Five Stripes FC in brand refresh
The club is dropping 'Atlanta' from the front of its name and changing its crest — the most aggressive brand change in its 9-year history.
Hawks Bet on 'Optionality' in 2026 NBA Draft, Select Flemings at No. 8
Atlanta adds three prospects across two rounds, including Big East Defensive Player of the Year Zuby Ejiofor
Hawks extend Buddy Hield's guaranteed date, maintain roster flexibility
The veteran sharpshooter's $9.6 million contract remains a potential trade asset as the Hawks continue their strategy of maintaining 'optionality' this offseason.
Spain routs Saudi Arabia 4–0 in Atlanta as Yamal and Oyarzabal shine at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Lamine Yamal opened the scoring in the 11th minute before Mikel Oyarzabal added a brace and an own goal sealed a dominant Group H victory in front of a raucous Atlanta crowd.
Falcons minicamp wraps with QB competition still unresolved — Penix 'progressing' from knee injury
Atlanta's mandatory minicamp ended Saturday with neither Tua Tagovailoa nor Michael Penix Jr. named the starter. The team reports back for training camp in late July.
Dubón, Albies Power Braves Past Blue Jays as Atlanta Stays Atop NL East
Home runs from Mauricio Dubón and Ozzie Albies highlight the win as the Braves maintain their grip on first place
A New Chapter at Truist Park: Walt Weiss Takes the Reins of the Atlanta Braves
After Brian Snitker's retirement, the Braves bet on a familiar face to carry the franchise forward
Falcons Sign Tua Tagovailoa to Veteran-Minimum Deal, Setting Up QB Competition With Penix
Atlanta adds the former Dolphins starter on a bargain contract as Michael Penix Jr. works back from a knee injury
Falcons Lock Down Kyle Pitts With Franchise Tag, Continue Building Through Free Agency
Atlanta secures its star tight end while pursuing a long-term extension for Drake London