The Atlanta Falcons will welcome back fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with a limited capacity beginning Oct. 11 against the Carolina Panthers, official announced Tuesday.
The team did not host any fans for the Sept. 13 season opener against the Seattle Seahawks while adjusting to the coronavirus pandemic. The latest decision to allow fans was partly based on the decline in COVID-19 cases in the state of Georgia.
"We are thrilled to invite fans of both the Falcons and Atlanta United (soccer team) back to Mercedes-Benz Stadium," said Steve Cannon, CEO, AMB Sports and Entertainment.