BREAKING: Georgia vs. Georgia Tech to Be Played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for First Time Since 1912…
ATLANTA, GA — One of college football’s oldest and most passionate rivalries is getting a historic upgrade. For the first time in over a century, the iconic Georgia vs. Georgia Tech matchup — known as “Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate” — will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, marking the first neutral-site meeting since 1912.
The decision, officially announced by both universities and the Peach Bowl Committee, has sent shockwaves through both fanbases. The 2025 showdown, traditionally rotated between Georgia Tech’s Bobby Dodd Stadium and Georgia’s Sanford Stadium, will now take center stage in one of the NFL’s most advanced and high-capacity venues.
“This is a momentous occasion for college football in the state of Georgia,” said Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart. “Mercedes-Benz Stadium gives our student-athletes an NFL-caliber experience, and the fans an unforgettable environment. We’re excited to make new history in this rivalry.”
The move is being framed as both a celebration of tradition and progress, and will be part of a special slate of events commemorating the 120th anniversary of the first meeting between the two schools. While some fans were initially surprised by the change, many are embracing the idea of a primetime, high-profile battle under the lights in Atlanta.
“Playing in that stadium puts a national spotlight on this rivalry,” said Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key. “And our guys are fired up about it.”
The 2025 edition is expected to draw one of the largest crowds in the rivalry’s history, with over 70,000 fans expected and national broadcast coverage already confirmed. Both teams will wear throwback-inspired uniforms paying tribute to the early 1900s, adding another layer of history to the spectacle.
Beyond the headlines, this move could open the door for future neutral-site games in the rivalry, or even a rotating schedule involving major stadiums in the region.
One thing is certain: when Georgia and Georgia Tech meet at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2025, it won’t just be a football game — it’ll be a historic event, rekindling an old flame in a bold new way.
