ATLANTA — The U.S. Men’s National Team is locking in its final tune-up before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and it’s bringing some of the world’s toughest competition right here in Atlanta.

U.S. Soccer announced that Atlanta would be among the cities and Mercedes-Benz Stadium would be among the venues for the team’s last pre-tournament matchups, a heavyweight slate featuring three top-10 opponents: Belgium, Portugal and Germany. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino will use the spring showdowns to fine-tune a young American squad before the World Cup kicks off on home soil next summer.

All four matches will take place in major NFL and MLS venues, but Atlanta gets the biggest spotlight. As the new home of U.S. Soccer, the city will host back-to-back showdowns at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, giving fans a

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