The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Pay attention to what you can bring

- — BECCA J. G. GODWIN

With a new stadium come questions

about what will and will not be allowed inside. For all public and ticketed events, security practices will abide by the NFL Clear Bag policy.

The NFL encourages fans not to bring any type of bags, but each person — including children — is allowed one large, clear bag and a small clutch.

Atlanta United encourages fans not to bring any type of bag and implements a clear bag policy for all home matches.

Here’s what security will allow in Mercedes-Benz:

Bags and totes that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” by 6” by 12”

One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)

Small clutch bags, approximat­ely the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap

Note that exceptions will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at any gate. Diapers can be carried in a clear bag, as opposed to a traditiona­l diaper bag.

Binoculars, cameras and smartphone­s are allowed as long as the item is not in its own bag.

Clear seat cushions and seat pads without pockets, zippers, compartmen­ts or covers are permitted. Blankets are allowed to be carried in.

The policy does not affect tailgating.

If a guest has an item that isn’t allowed in the stadium, four bag valet locations will be available for a fee near the entry gates. Prohibited items:

Purses larger than a clutch bag Coolers

Briefcases

Backpacks

Fanny packs

Cinch bags

Non-approved seat cushions, including large traditiona­l seat cushions that have pockets, zippers, compartmen­ts or covers. You can have your cushion examined at the club guest services office

Luggage of any kind Computer bags

Camera bags

Any bag larger than the permissibl­e size Fans carrying bags that do not meet the criteria will be turned away from the stadium well before they reach the gates.

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