
inspiresport, SOCCER.COM and Veo Host Exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026™️ Matchday Experience in Atlanta
inspiresport, in partnership with SOCCER.COM and Veo, recently welcomed 30 guests from across the U.S. soccer community to Atlanta for an exclusive FIFA World Cup 2026™️ Matchday Experience, centered around England’s Round of 32 victory over DR Congo.
Bringing together club leaders, league commissioners, coaches and partners, the event combined world-class hospitality with valuable networking opportunities, showcasing the strength of the long-standing partnerships between inspiresport, SOCCER.COM and Veo.
The highlight was an unforgettable matchday at Atlanta Stadium, where guests enjoyed premium hospitality and witnessed both teams emerge from the players’ tunnel directly through their suite before taking to the pitch. It was a unique perspective on one of the tournament’s biggest knockout matches and an experience few fans will ever get to experience.
Marc Frankland, League Commissioner at U.S. Soccer Federation, commented:
“Once again, inspiresport have shown their proven ability to gain the highest access to the very best sporting events and environments possible. The lifelong memories that a trip like this makes, the new connections you gain and the old friendships you further strengthen made this trip priceless. Thanks to Darran, Steven, Phil and the guys from SOCCER.COM and Veo for this unbelievable experience.”

Away from the stadium, guests continued to build relationships through informal networking, shared meals and further World Cup watch parties. The group also gathered at inspiresport’s Headquarters in Atlanta for a BBQ while taking in more Round of 32 action, creating the perfect setting to connect with fellow leaders from across the soccer community.

Jamie Bell, Technical Director at HTX Soccer, said:
“We had an unbelievable time in Atlanta at the World Cup game with the staff from SOCCER.COM, inspiresport and Veo. Really appreciate the invitation to participate in this unforgettable event and network with other club and league directors from around the country. Thank you!”
Glen Waudby, Executive Director of Atletico Dallas, added:
“SOCCER.COM, inspiresport and Veo all put on excellent events bringing together people with a common love of the game to network in no-pressure situations.”
Steve Danbusky, Executive Director at Beach FC, said:
“The Matchday Experience is an exceptional opportunity to gather and connect with colleagues in the game in a casual setting. The fact that this collaboration culminates around a high-level match only serves to enhance the experience.”


Darran Walter, Vice President at inspiresport, said:
“Events like this are what it’s all about. Working alongside great partners like SOCCER.COM and Veo to bring people together, catch up with familiar faces, make new connections and enjoy a World Cup match from such an incredible vantage point made for a really special couple of days. It was brilliant to see everyone having a great time, it was an event that will live long in the memory as an England fan.”
The Atlanta event demonstrated the power of collaboration between inspiresport, SOCCER.COM and Veo in creating memorable experiences for the soccer community. By combining exclusive FIFA World Cup access with genuine opportunities to network, share ideas and strengthen relationships, the three partners delivered an event that showcased their shared commitment to supporting and growing the game across North America.






