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PHOTOS: Argentina, Egypt fans share emotional celebration, disappointment
Egypt fans erupted in excitement after an early goal for their team, and they kept that energy for most of the game.
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Take heart, Egypt fans: Atlanta has been there before
Argentina's epic World Cup comeback gave fans in Atlanta reason to celebrate — unlike the feelings after the comeback by Tom Brady and the Patriots in the 2017 Super Bowl.
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PHOTOS: Egypt, Argentina bring dramatic action to World Cup in Atlanta.
Egypt scored early and kept the lead for most of the game, then Messi happened.
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World Cup Atlanta: Comeback by Argentina in 3-2 win
Get live updates from around Atlanta during the 2026 FIFA World Cup — including match day traffic, Fan Fest news, watch parties, MARTA updates and more.
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Another Atlanta World Cup classic: Argentina delivers in win over Egypt
Argentina rallies past Egypt in an Atlanta World Cup thriller, with Lionel Messi leading a late comeback to secure a quarterfinal berth.
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It’s looking hot and windy for World Cup game in Atlanta
Wind and high temperatures could both be at play today. The National Weather Service announcec unconventional game day weather as Argentina takes on Egypt.
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Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide: Schedule, tickets, watch parties and what to know
Your Atlanta World Cup 2026 guide to match schedules, tickets, watch parties, MARTA and travel tips, restaurants, hotels and things to do around the city.
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Atlanta’s most popular World Cup souvenir is free, if you’re willing to wait
Fans have spent hours in hot lines at Centennial Olympic Park to get Bank of America’s customizable bracelets. Some are flipping them online in a booming resale market.
