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The Home Depot Joins Atlanta World Cup Host Committee as a Host City Supporter for FIFA World Cup 2026™

June 16, 2025

The Home Depot is honored to join the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee (AWCHC) as a Host City Supporter for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, expanding the company's presence around the tournament and deepening its longstanding commitment to the Atlanta community.

“We have deep roots in Atlanta, and The Home Depot still looks back with pride on our involvement in the 1996 Summer Olympics, which helped transform our business from a regional brand into a national name. Supporting the World Cup here in Atlanta is another proud milestone and a way for us to engage with our communities and celebrate a moment that unites people across borders.” - Allison Kolber, Vice President of Integrated Media at The Home Depot

With more than 2,000 stores across North America and corporate headquarters based in Atlanta, The Home Depot is uniquely positioned to celebrate the spirit of the tournament and is committed to creating meaningful moments for customers, fans, and employees through programming including World Cup-themed Kids Workshops, interactive fan activations, and associate engagement and volunteering.

As one of the largest sporting events in history prepares to unfold across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, The Home Depot is proud to support both the global celebration and the local legacy of its home city. With Atlanta set to host eight matches, including three knockout-stage games, the city will take center stage, and The Home Depot will be there to help welcome the world.

“The FIFA World Cup is about more than matches; it’s about people, culture, and the kind of energy and hospitality only Atlanta can bring.” - Dan Corso, Atlanta Sports Council and AWCHC president.

Did You Know?
  • The Home Depot has a long-standing history of supporting major sporting events and organizations, including partnerships with ESPN College GameDay, the NCAA, and now FIFA.
  • In December 2024, The Home Depot was named an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 26™, marking its first global soccer sponsorship.
  • In February 2025, the company expanded its presence in the sport by becoming the Official Home Improvement Retailer of U.S. Soccer, supporting both the Men’s and Women’s National Teams.
  • This builds on The Home Depot’s legacy of sports involvement, dating back to its role as a sponsor of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta.
  • The company’s approach is rooted in creating authentic connections with sports fans in the communities it serves across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.