A game plan for Atlanta commuters to navigate 2026 FIFA World Cup

Cars on the highway are shown in the foreground while the buildings of downtown atlanta are in the background on an overcast day
Traffic flows in and out of downtown Atlanta on the I-75/I-85 Connector Thursday, May 19, 2016, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off in Atlanta on Monday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with the first of eight matches taking place through July 15.

The international festivities have brought thousands of tourists to the city, which, in turn, has led to traffic delays for metro Atlanta commuters.

The Atlanta Regional Commission — through its Georgia Commute Options program — released a guide on what to expect when traveling on and off the road in the coming weeks.