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New Falcons stadium deal could be finalized soon

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The Atlanta Falcons appear to be moving a step closer to building a new stadium.

Georgia World Congress Center officials have confirmed that a deal to build a $948 million stadium with a retractable roof could be finalized by the end of the year.

Officials say there are still some issues to work out, including the location and a funding mechanism.

The Falcons hope to play in a new stadium by the 2017 season.
 
NFL insiders think a new stadium would give the city its best chance of hosting another Super Bowl.

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