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Sustained investment can be the legacy of the World Cup
By Jasmine Bowles at Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)
· July 15, 2026
· 4 min read
For the past month, soccer fans from around the world have flocked to Atlanta and filled our city with excitement, energy, and hope. We have welcomed people with open arms, and together we showed them what our city is capable of.
Since Atlanta was announced as a host city, our city’s official...
Key takeaway Since Atlanta was announced as a host city, our city’s officials have been rushing to add new train cars, repave roads and generally make it easier — and safer — to get around.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? For the past month, soccer fans from around the world have flocked to Atlanta and filled our city with excitement, energy, and hope. We have welcomed people with open arms, and together we showed them what our city is capable of.
Since Atlanta was announced as a host city, our city’s official...
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