Premier League Summer Series Concludes in Atlanta: AFC Bournemouth vs. West Ham United and Manchester United vs. Everton
The Premier League Summer Series concludes in Atlanta with two final matches on Sunday. AFC Bournemouth will take on West Ham United at 2 p.m., followed by Manchester United facing Everton at 5 p.m. Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host a total of eight matches in the 2026 event, and it has impressed some of the Premier League managers as a top-notch soccer venue. Both AFC Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola and Everton manager David Moyes praised the stadium for its facilities and atmosphere.
For Everton, using Atlanta as a training base has provided a fitness challenge due to the tough weather conditions in the South. The players have been training in extensive heat to improve their fitness levels before the start of the season in the United Kingdom. Bournemouth goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic has previous experience playing at Mercedes-Benz Stadium when he faced Atlanta United as a member of the MLS side New England Revolution.
Overall, the Premier League teams have enjoyed their time in Atlanta, utilizing the city's facilities and weather conditions to prepare for the upcoming season. The matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium have been a highlight of the Summer Series, showcasing top-tier soccer in a world-class venue.