Atlanta Ramps Up Security for England-Argentina World Cup Semifinal
FBI and local police deploy drones to guard against airborne threats ahead of Wednesday's match
Authorities in Atlanta announced increased security measures for Wednesday's World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina, BBC Sport reported, as the city prepares to host one of the tournament's two remaining semifinal matches.
The heightened measures underscore the scale of the security operation surrounding the World Cup's biggest games in the United States, with federal and local law enforcement coordinating to guard against threats both on the ground and in the air.
The FBI and the Atlanta Police Department are using drones to scan for unauthorized aircraft near the stadium ahead of the semifinal, Fox News reported. Officials have identified unsanctioned drone activity near World Cup venues as a specific concern as the tournament moves into its final stages.
England and Argentina meet Wednesday in Atlanta for a place in the World Cup final, running alongside France's semifinal clash with Spain in Dallas. The pair of matches represent the last obstacle standing between the four remaining nations and a spot in the championship game.
— Compiled from reporting by BBC Sport and Fox News.