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Atlanta’s underdogs, Cape Verde and Congo, make World Cup history

A record nine of 10 qualified AFCON teams advanced past the group stage.

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Meet the fan from Atlanta standing in for Congo’s ‘Lumumba Vea’

Lumumba Vea’s absence at Atlanta Stadium was not overlooked. Meet Enock Kabwende, an Atlanta resident who took up the mantle from Nkuka Mboladinga.

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Georgia Tech’s new uniforms pay homage to classic look

The look is an homage to Georgia Tech’s Kessler Campanile, a prominent campus landmark.

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Braves’ slide continues with loss to Cardinals

Atlanta's lead in the NL East is now under 3 games.

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Acuña a ‘long shot’ to return before All-Star break

The Braves are unlikely to bring back right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. until after the All-Star break, manager Walt Weiss said Tuesday.

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Marist, Buford finish as top teams in inaugural AJC Varsity all-sports standings

The AJC Varsity all-sports rankings are modeled after similar competitions used by college divisions and other high school associations but with a twist.

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Clarke Central’s David Perno, former UGA baseball coach, reveals cancer diagnosis

Perno led the Bulldogs to three College World Series, including the program’s most recent in 2008.

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Public school leads GHSA in state championships for first time in 48 years

The last time a public school won the most titles of any GHSA school, with no ties, came in 1978, when Lakeside of DeKalb County won three of the 49 held.

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

Make your voice heard in the AJC’s poll.

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Vote: Which potential Falcons free agent is most important to re-sign?

The Falcons have 15 players that could become unrestricted free agents in March. Vote on which potential free agent is most important for the team to re-sign.

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Atlanta Braves

Braves pitcher Martín Pérez, pictured in May in Miami, said his heart and mind are in Venezuela following the devastating June 24 earthquakes. "I’m just gonna say people had to pray for my country because they’re having a hard time now.” (Lynne Sladky/AP)

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Braves Foundation helping those affected by Venezuela earthquakes

On June 24, two earthquakes caused devastating damage in northern Venezuela, the home country of several Braves players and coaches.

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Braves’ slide continues with loss to Cardinals

Atlanta's lead in the NL East is now under 3 games.

MLB

Acuña a ‘long shot’ to return before All-Star break

The Braves are unlikely to bring back right fielder Ronald Acuña Jr. until after the All-Star break, manager Walt Weiss said Tuesday.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia players rushed to celebrate with pitcher Zach Brown (right) after the team defeated Liberty 6-1 in an NCAA Regional final at Foley Field on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in Athens. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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BULLDOGS

Georgia picks up South Carolina pitcher Riley Goodman from transfer portal

Georgia baseball got a transfer portal commitment from Riley Goodman, a right-handed pitcher who was 0-3 with an 8.59 ERA for South Carolina as a redshirt freshman.

BULLDOGS

Flashback to 2018 shows Georgia’s slow recruiting start no reason for panic

Georgia football ranks 17th in recruiting with two 5-star recruits in the 2027 class, but a lesson could be learned from Kirby Smart's No. 1-ranked signing class from 2018.

BULLDOGS

Georgia catcher Daniel Jackson wins Golden Spikes Award

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Robinson Jr. runs drills during an OTA workout at the team's training facility on May 27, 2026. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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NFL

How Falcons plan to balance Bijan Robinson, Brian Robinson Jr. in backfield

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson says Brian Robinson’s arrival adds a new dynamic to game.

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NFL

Kyle Pitts hopes to spend rest of career with Falcons: ‘Lot more to come’

Pitts inked his three-year, $54 million contract extension on Monday, keeping the reigning second-team All-Pro tight end with the Falcons through 2028 — at least.

NFL

Rare trait behind Falcons’ elite safety duo: ‘Never had it in my career’

Atlanta Falcons safeties Xavier Watts and Jessie Bates III show rare nonverbal chemistry, boosting Jeff Ulbrich’s defense entering the 2026 NFL season.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech's new uniforms can be combined into 12 color schemes. (Courtesy of Georgia Tech Athletics)

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s new uniforms pay homage to classic look

The look is an homage to Georgia Tech’s Kessler Campanile, a prominent campus landmark.

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s James Ramsey named ABCA Southeast Regional Coach of the Year

Georgia baseball's James Ramsey, who led the Yellow Jackets to the ACC’s regular season and tournament titles, was named ABCA Southeast Regional Coach of the Year.

YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech begins to unveil new Under Armour merchandise

Georgia Tech's apparel deal with Under Armour officially begins July 1, but the first batch is available online and at the Barnes & Noble store at Georgia Tech.

Atlanta United FC

Mauricio Culebro (center), the president of soccer for Atlanta United and the city's upcoming NWSL franchise, answers questions at his introductory press conference. Josh Blank (left), vice president of executive for AMBSE, and Rich McKay (right), CEO of AMBSE, also took part. (Amna Subhan/AJC)

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SOCCER

Mauricio Culebro introduced as Atlanta United, NWSL team’s president of soccer

Mauricio Culebro was introduced as president of Atlanta United and the city's future National Women’s Soccer League team Monday. Here's what we learned.

With ICE presence, some Atlanta-area communities won’t engage in World Cup

Immigrant communities balance the risk of potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids with opportunities to celebrate soccer at the highest level during the World Cup.

Morocco loses star winger Ezzalzouli and Aguerd to injuries for World Cup

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks mascot Harry the Hawk performs before the Hawks’ game against Miami Heat during a NBA play-in tournament basketball game at State Farm Arena, Friday, April 18, 2025, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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NBA

Hawks offseason: Latest news on free agency, trade market and summer league

Follow the Hawks' offseason blog to keep up to date with their offseason moves as free agency begins July 1.

NBA

Hawks agree to re-sign center Jock Landale, source says

Reserve center Jock Landale, who averaged 10.6 points and shot 38.3% from 3-point range last season, agreed to re-sign with the Atlanta Hawks.

NBA

Hawks’ summer league roster for Salt Lake City, Vegas has new, familiar faces

Atlanta Hawks draft picks Kingston Flemings, Zuby Ejiofor and Henri Veesaar are on the team's summer league roster for Salt Lake City and Las Vegas.

High Schools

Loganville first basemen Zac Cuneio (left center) celebrates after Loganville beat Pope the seventh inning of Game 1 of the GHSA Class 5A baseball state championship series Monday, May 25, 2026, at Gwinnett Field in Lawrenceville. (Estela Muñoz/AJC)

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PHOTOS: Loganville take first game of Class 5A baseball championships

Loganville takes first game, but rain plays havoc with Class 5A schedule. Senior Jake Boland pitches a complete game, withstanding over an hour delay in the sixth inning.

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

The Milton girls lacrosse team will be trying for its 19th state championship this month.

State Report

Golf fans head to the eighth fairway during the second round of the PGA Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club on Aug. 22, 2025. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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PGA

East Lake out as permanent host for Tour Championship after 2027

The PGA Tour announced its season-ending playoffs, starting in 2028, will have a different structure, feature some form of match play and will rotate sites.

GOLF

Rogers runs away with eight-shot win at 105th Georgia Amateur

GOLF

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

Time to apply for coveted 2027 Masters Tournament tickets at Augusta National runs for three weeks. Here’s what you need to know.

PHOTOS: Congo faces Uzbekistan in World Cup game at Atlanta Stadium
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DR Congo midfielder Samuel Moutoussamy (8) celebrates a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan during a FIFA World Cup match at Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Weekend Reflections: High-salaried hitters Kim, Riley dragging down Braves

Also, Hawks guard Buddy Hield remained on the roster after Sunday’s deadline, so his $9.66 million contract is fully guaranteed for 2026-27.

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What songs might Atlanta hear in England’s knockout World Cup match?

England takes on Congo Wednesday.

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NFL

Kyle Pitts hopes to spend rest of career with Falcons: ‘Lot more to come’

Pitts inked his three-year, $54 million contract extension on Monday, keeping the reigning second-team All-Pro tight end with the Falcons through 2028 — at least.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia baseball adds two more mid-major transfers

Georgia baseball added two more transfers from the portal to its roster, bringing Monday's total to four and the off-season total to 11.

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MLB

At halfway point, Braves not in panic mode after bad June

The Braves' division lead over the rival Philadelphia Phillies has shrunk from a season-high 10 1/2 games on May 22 to three at the start of this week.

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NBA

Ahead of NBA free agency, the Hawks have some roster decisions to make

Onsi Saleh's decisions include whether the Hawks will target Jaylen Brown, if they'll accept Jonathan Kuminga's club option and what to do with several trade exceptions.

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MLB

When in Rome, you’ll see the Braves’ future

The Rome Emperors, the Atlanta Braves' High-A affiliate, fields half the franchise’s Top 10 prospects as rated by Baseball America.

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Moments, numbers that define World Cup in Atlanta so far

With group stage play done, look back on the most memorable moments from the World Cup games played in Atlanta so far.

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What are the possible World Cup matchups in Atlanta for the knockout rounds?

The U.S. team won its group, so it won't be coming to Atlanta for World Cup knockout round games, but England will in the Round of 32 on Wednesday.

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MLB

Braves lose again as NL East lead shrinks to three games

The Braves wasted a wonderful start from Chris Sale and have now wasted a once massive lead in the NL East after a 1-5 road trip to the West Coast.