Georgia-Pacific United States Welcomes the World to Atlanta Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026

Georgia-Pacific announced its role as an official sponsor of the host city of Atlanta for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, as the countdown begins toward one of the most significant global sporting events. Headquartered in Atlanta, the company emphasized the tournament’s ability to bring together people, cultures, and communities from around the world.

With customers, suppliers, and employees operating globally, Georgia-Pacific noted that large-scale international events such as the FIFA World Cup create shared experiences that strengthen connections across regions and borders. In this context, the company expressed its commitment to contributing to memorable moments throughout the tournament.

 

Atlanta will be one of the tournament’s key host cities and is scheduled to stage eight matches during the FIFA World Cup 2026™, including a semifinal, welcoming fans from across the globe. The tournament will be hosted for the first time by three countries — the United States, Mexico, and Canada — and will feature 48 national teams, marking the largest edition in the competition’s history.

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is widely regarded as the world’s most popular sporting event, and its presence in Atlanta reinforces the city’s international profile as a destination for major global events, while also generating positive impacts related to tourism, infrastructure, and global visibility.