A year ahead of the FIFA World Cup coming to Atlanta, Airbnb is predicting a huge economic impact to the city.

Airbnb partners with FIFA for 2026 World Cup at MetLife, launching experiences, local impact fund and expected $288M GDP boost in the region.

Former Tottenham goalkeeper and France’s World Cup-winning captain Hugo Lloris and ex-Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud are standout names, while Odin Holm, on loan from Celtic, will also be familiar. Coach Steve Cherundolo played more than 300 Bundesliga matches for Hannover.

The international soccer tournament that's underway in the U.S. is expected to generate significant economic activity across 11 host cities, including Miami Gardens and its major sports venue Hard Rock Stadium.

Chelsea open their Club World Cup campaign with a meeting with LAFC in Atlanta.With a trophy in tow after Conference League success capped a solid first season under Enzo Maresca, Chelsea will now hope to build and mount a more realistic title challenge in the Premier League next season.