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Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-1 Minnesota
Atlanta's positional freedom created two unlikely goalscorers, but Hoyos made sure they stood up.
Muyumba, Picault Lift Atlanta United Past Red Bull New York
Tristan Muyumba answered a painful first-half miss with a top-class equalizer, and Fafà Picault headed in the winner as Atlanta finally held onto a late lead
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-1 Red Bulls
Atlanta was under pressure early and again late, but Gill controlled more of the midfield as the match developed, Muyumba produced a brilliant equalizer and Almirón drove the attack through another exhausting night.
Atlanta's Defiant Night Collapses in 71 Seconds
Atlanta spent more than an hour doing the nearly impossible, then lost everything in 70 seconds.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-3 Philadelphia
Atlanta United played more than an hour with 10 men, built a two-goal lead and nearly survived before Philadelphia scored twice in stoppage time.
ATLUTD Outclassed by New England’s Collective
Atlanta’s only goal came after Togashi gave its two Designated Players someone to combine with, underlining the absence of a top-level striker.
Player Impressions: New England 4-1 ATLUTD
Atlanta’s attacking stars continued trying to create without a striker, but an overrun midfield and disorganized defense allowed New England to pull the Five Stripes apart.
Atlanta Comes Back From the Brink in Charlotte
Down two goals and fortunate not to trail by more, Atlanta recovered through Elías Báez and Miguel Almirón before holding on through Charlotte's late assault.
Better, but Still Not Enough: Atlanta United Falls 1-0 at Nashville
Tomás Jacob and Enea Mihaj helped hold Nashville in check for most of the night, while Lucas Hoyos kept Atlanta alive late. At the other end, Atlanta once again failed to turn promising positions into goals.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-1 Nashville
Atlanta competed with the league leaders and stayed within reach throughout the night, but the attack again failed to turn its possession and promising positions into a goal.
Atlanta United tests Latte Lath on the right in a friendly with Sporting KC
One friendly does not redefine Latte Lath’s role, but it did suggest Atlanta may be reconsidering whether his best fit is through the middle
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-2 Columbus Crew
Atlanta had scattered moments of pressure, but Columbus controlled the middle, punished the gaps, and never looked especially uncomfortable.
Atlanta United Falls Flat 2-0 vs Columbus Before the Break
Atlanta United entered Columbus needing clarity before the break. Instead, a passive first half and a limited second-half response left the same questions hanging over the team.
ATLUTD shell-shocked from a 4-1 pummeling by Orlando
Atlanta United spent the opening half chasing runners, clearing emergencies, and conceding goals as Orlando City ripped apart a rotated defensive setup before halftime.
Player Impressions: Atlanta United 1-1 Orlando City
Jay Fortune controlled the game for long stretches while Atlanta fought back through chaos, transitions, and late pressure in Orlando.
Resilience in Orlando: Fortune’s Late Strike Secures 1-1 Draw
Despite controlling territory and racking up 22 shots, Atlanta United had to rely on late-match resilience and an 86th-minute equalizer to rescue a point against a direct Orlando counter-attack.
Galaxy Punish Atlanta After Emotional 2-1 Collapse at Mercedes-Benz
ATLUTD briefly looked ready to seize control after Jay Fortune’s goal before transition defending collapsed minutes later.
Atlanta Take Control After Slow Start, Ride Saba Brace to 3–1 Win over Montréal
Once they found their footing, they controlled the match through midfield and never let go. Saba Lobjanidze delivered twice, Latte Lath got on the scoresheet, and a late flashpoint capped a physical finish
Atlanta score twice but spend the second half defending waves of pressure in the 2-1 win
Moments of structure produced goals, but midfield gaps and turnovers handed momentum to Toronto.
Five Minutes Undid All the Hardwork in Atlanta's 2-1 loss to New England
Atlanta United dictated the match through movement and pressure, creating chances and limiting New England to isolated moments. Then two plays changed everything.
Atlanta United 0–2 Nashville: It Held Until It Didn’t
Atlanta showed a clear plan and executed it early, but once the second half demanded faster decisions and tighter spacing, the team broke into individual actions and never recovered.
Atlanta United 3, Chattanooga FC 1
A left-sided overload produces repeatable chances, but defensive imbalance still concedes first
Atlanta Plays Better. Atlanta Loses Again. Chicago wins 1-0
Atlanta raised the intensity and controlled stretches of the match, but repeated first-phase attacks and missed chances left them empty-handed in Chicago.
The Illusion of Control: Atlanta United Sinks Against Columbus
Columbus Crew issued a challenge of patience at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Atlanta United spent 90 minutes failing to find an answer
Possession without threat - Atlanta United stalled by D.C. United in 0-0 draw
Tata Martino's side spent most of the night in D.C.'s half, only to see patient buildup die in the final third
Atlanta United defeat the Union 3-1
Almirón records three assists as Atlanta earns its first win of 2026
Atlanta United off to the worst start in franchise history
Atlanta showed signs of attacking progress at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, but another night of defensive mistakes produced the worst start in club history.
San Jose's Directness Exposes Atlanta's Fragile Structure
Atlanta United completed more passes and held more possession, but San Jose created the better chances and punished a buildup that repeatedly invited pressure.
Atlanta United falls 2-0 at Cincinnati FC
Tomás Jacob impressed on his MLS debut, but Atlanta created no clear chances and conceded twice after halftime against FC Cincinnati.
Martino's New Shape Takes Form Against Lexington
Atlanta United opened its 2026 preseason with a 4-0 win over Lexington SC, offering an early look at Tata Martino's higher back line, fluid attack, and evolving midfield.
Atlanta United 1–1 D.C. United - A Wooden Spoon Standoff, And A Season Summed Up
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Outgunned in Miami: Atlanta’s Patchwork Falls 4–0
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Atlanta United 0-1 LAFC - Defensive Effort Restored, But Attacking Execution Still Lacking
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Atlanta United 0-2 New England Revolution - A Second-Half Unraveling
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Thiaré Leads the Line, Almirón Converts as ATLUTD Tie 1–1
2025-09-20 - ATLUTD vs San Diego
Nine-Goal Thriller and 1st Half Collapse Ends Atlanta’s Playoff Hopes
2025-09-13 - ATLUTD vs Columbus
Set Piece, Shot Stopping, and Sheer Nerve
2025-08-30 - ATLUTD vs Nashville
Atlanta United Opens Mercedes-Benz Stadium With a 3–0 Win Over FC Dallas
Questions about the crowd, atmosphere and scale followed Atlanta United into its new home. Forty-five thousand supporters and three Atlanta goals supplied the answe
Mears Rescues Atlanta with a Stoppage-Time Header
Yamil Asad pulled one back before halftime, then Tyrone Mears scored his first goal of the season to secure a 2-2 draw at Talen Energy Stadium.
D.C. United turns Atlanta’s mistake into a season sweep
Atlanta United were not lethal in the final third, falling 1-0 at RFK Stadium as D.C. United swept all three regular-season meetings.
Peterson Steals a Point in Kansas City
Jacob Peterson scored against his former club in stoppage time, giving Atlanta United a late road point against Sporting KC.
ATLUTD Says Goodbye To Bobby Dodd With A Late Equalizer
On a sunny July afternoon at Bobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta United played its final match at its temporary home.
A New Voice in Goal as a late strike steals a win in Orlando
Atlanta made the midseason goalkeeper switch. In Orlando, Guzan showed why.
Fireworks at Bobby Dodd in a 4-2 thriller
San Jose scored early and finished with nine men, but Atlanta’s attack took over after halftime in a Fourth of July comeback at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Villalba Leads Atlanta Past Columbus
Tito Villalba scored twice, Alec Kann recorded a shutout and an assist, and Atlanta United left Columbus with a 2-0 win.
Miami FC Punishes Atlanta United in Open Cup Exit
A rotated Atlanta United lineup led once and came back once, but Miami FC scored late to advance in the U.S. Open Cup.
Martínez Returns to the XI and Delivers
Atlanta United needed patience against Colorado's deep block, then got the breakthrough from Martínez and the final save from Kann.
Atlanta United Falls Short at RFK
Atlanta United had more of the ball and pushed to the final kick, but D.C. United turned its chances into a 2-1 win at RFK Stadium
Atlanta United’s Attack Carries 3-1 Win Over Columbus
Columbus answered Atlanta’s first-half opener, but second-half goals from Miguel Almirón and Josef Martínez gave Atlanta United a 3-1 win.
Late Night, First Cup Win
Atlanta United’s first U.S. Open Cup match started nearly three hours late and nearly got away before the Five Stripes rallied past Charleston.
Chicago Turns Atlanta’s Possession Into an Empty Night
Atlanta finished with 461 passes, 12 shots, and only two on target in a 2-0 road loss to Chicago Fire FC
ATLUTD starts fast, fades in 3-1 loss at Vancouver
Atlanta United struck first through Greg Garza in the sixth minute, then gave up three unanswered goals in a 3-1 road loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BC Place.
Atlanta United blitzes NYCFC early and closes out 3-1 win at Bobby Dodd
Atlanta United needed 23 minutes to flip the script on NYCFC, scoring three times in the first half before managing the second half of a 3-1 win at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Almirón’s hat trick powers Atlanta past Houston
Miguel Almirón scored three times, Julian Gressel added another, and Atlanta United turned Bobby Dodd Stadium into a showcase.
Gressel's first MLS goal gives Atlanta a point in Portland
Julian Gressel scored his first MLS goal, Alec Kann made the save that protected the point, and Atlanta United left Portland feeling it had earned more than a draw.
ATLUTD undone by two-minute second-half swing at NYCFC
Atlanta United found a first-half response in the Bronx, then lost control after halftime as NYCFC turned a level match into a 3-1 result.
ATLUTD’s shot volume goes unrewarded in 3-1 loss to D.C. United
Kenwyne Jones gave Atlanta an early lead, but D.C. United answered with three goals and Bill Hamid kept Atlanta from turning pressure into a comeback.
Atlanta United Ends Road Stretch with 3-1 Win at Real Salt Lake
ATLUTD finished its four-match road stretch with a 3-1 win over Real Salt Lake, capped by Brandon Vázquez’s first MLS goal in stoppage time.
Atlanta United’s Road Point Slips Away in Montréal
Kenwyne Jones gave Atlanta United the lead, but Ignacio Piatti’s penalty and Leandro González Pírez’s red card changed the match before Anthony Jackson-Hamel won it for Montréal in stoppage time.
Atlanta United Earns Hard-Fought Point in 2-2 Draw at Toronto FC
ATLUTD led, fell behind, and responded through Tito Villalba before spending the final stages of the match down a man. Against a Toronto FC side that controlled much of the attacking play, the Five Stripes left BMO Field with a resilient 2-2 draw.
Atlanta United Take a Point from Seattle
Atlanta United never fully found its attacking rhythm, but a composed defensive performance was enough to leave Seattle with a 0-0 draw.
Atlanta United Cruises Past Chicago Fire FC for First Home Win in Club History
An early breakthrough and a Chicago dismissal set the tone, but Atlanta United still had work to do. Josef Martínez's brace, Yamil Asad's influence in possession, and a clean sheet from Alec Kann helped the Five Stripes turn control into a convincing 4-0 win.
Atlanta United Rolls Through the Snow for First MLS Victory
Winter conditions failed to slow Atlanta United's attack. Behind a Josef Martínez hat trick and two goals from Miguel Almirón, the expansion side earned the first league win in club history with a commanding 6-1 victory over Minnesota United.
Opening Night: ATLUTD 1 Red Bulls 2
Atlanta United’s first MLS match had the noise, the colors, the ambition, and for 74 minutes, the lead.
ATLUTD Ends Preseason With Charleston Win
With the Carolina Challenge Cup trophy already claimed by Columbus, Atlanta United used a rotated lineup and beat Charleston Battery 2-1.
ATLUTD Tops Seattle in Carolina Challenge Cup
Josef Martínez scores twice as Atlanta United builds a four-goal lead and holds off Seattle in Charleston.
Atlanta United’s First MLS Test Ends in 2-1 Loss to Columbus
Atlanta United showed the promise of its new attack in Charleston, then saw Columbus expose the gaps still left to close before the club’s first MLS season.
Atlanta United Opens Its History in Chattanooga
Atlanta United’s first preseason match delivered four goals, a halftime kit reveal, and an early sign that the club’s arrival may be bigger than expected.
Atlanta United signs Defensive Midfielder Mauricio Amaro
Atlanta United has signed young Uruguayan defensive midfielder Mauricio Amaro from Defensor Sporting.
Derrick Williams Has Hung Up the Boots
Derrick Williams was not in Atlanta long, but his short stay with the Five Stripes belonged to a much longer professional career
Not Every Bet is a Winner: Atlanta Loans Latte Lath to Union Berlin
Atlanta United has loaned Emmanuel Latte Lath to Union Berlin after its largest investment in a player produced nine goals across 44 MLS appearances
ATLUTD Transfers Pedro Amador to Hapoel Be'er Sheva on a Free
Pedro Amador has completed his move to Hapoel Be'er Sheva, ending his time with Atlanta United after 53 appearances across all competitions
Atlanta United's Young All-Stars Take the Stage in Charlotte
From Atlanta's U-16 team to ATLUTD2 and the MLS NEXT All-Star Game, Seyi Fakiyesi and David Ilevbare continued a season of rapid progression in Charlotte.
Pedro Amador Nearing Move to Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Pedro Amador could leave Atlanta United before the end of his contract, with multiple reports in Israel saying a move to Hapoel Be'er Sheva is close.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-2 Charlotte
After being badly outplayed in the first half, Atlanta responded through Báez and Almirón while Hoyos repeatedly denied Charlotte during a frantic second-half recovery.
Atlanta United Introduces Paulo Díaz and Júnior Alonso
Júnior Alonso and Paulo Díaz arrive with more than 750 club appearances between them and a clear expectation to influence Atlanta United beyond the back line.
Signed, Loaned, Returned: Edwin Mosquera Is on the Move Again
Six months after joining Santa Fe on a four-year contract, the former Atlanta United winger is headed to Universidad Central de Venezuela on an 18-month loan.
Former Atlanta United Striker Giorgos Giakoumakis leaves Cruz Azul for Al Ain
Giorgos Giakoumakis returns from an injury-disrupted loan in Greece and leaves Cruz Azul in a reported $6 million sale that could carry financial implications for Atlanta United
Former Atlanta United Defender Alan Franco Leaves São Paulo for Tigres
Alan Franco appeared settled at São Paulo, earning individual recognition, winning two trophies and signing through 2028. His sudden loan to Tigres is rooted in a deteriorating relationship behind the scenes
Atlanta United adds Paulo Díaz as defensive rebuild continues
ATLUTD added another veteran defender, signing Chile international Paulo Díaz from River Plate as the club continues reshaping a back line that has changed quickly during the summer window.
Atlanta United Signs Paraguayan Defender Júnior Alonso
Atlanta United has added experience to its defense, signing Paraguayan center back Júnior Alonso from Atlético Mineiro.
Atlanta United's summer window remains active
With three players gone, center-back reports circulating, and MLS play returning next week, Atlanta United’s roster work is not finished.
Saba Time Ends In Atlanta
Atlanta United gets allocation money, Real Salt Lake gets a veteran winger, and Saba Lobjanidze gets a new place to rediscover his form.
Mauricio Culebro Starts With Restraint
Culebro’s first test is whether patience, collaboration, and assessment can move fast enough for a club that needs answers now.
Stepping Up: George Campbell’s Trial by Fire in the Championship
A long-range thunderbolt at Bramall Lane sparked a 10-match unbeaten run and won Goal of the Season. But George Campbell's true impact for West Brom was stabilizing a back line under intense pressure.
The Chaos Engine: A New Utility for Almirón
ATLUTD has discovered a more stable identity in Miguel Almirón’s absence. As the playmaker nears a return, the club faces a choice between honoring the tradition of a starting DP or utilizing his specific brand of directness as a second-half disruptor.
Latte Lath’s Goal Forces Tata’s Hand
The runs are still late. The touches still break down attacks. The goal still changes everything.
Should Miranchuk keep the armband?
The numbers point to more consistent attacks. The change isn’t in possession or volume. It’s in how attacks develop, where they end, and who decides the next action.
Atlanta's $22 Million Problem
Atlanta can survive a striker in poor form. This is something else.
Gordon Wild in Büderich
From Mainz to Maryland to MLS, Gordon Wild now plays at Am Eisenbrand in a local club environment outside Düsseldorf.
Romario Williams signs for Birmingham Legion FC
Birmingham address penalty-box finishing with a striker who converts wide service into first-contact shots.
ATLUTD loans Matías Galarza
Atlanta United Signs Matías Galarza to Anchor Midfield
ATLUTD signs Sérgio Santos
Atlanta United signs Fafà Picault
ATLUTD add a proven MLS wide runner who stretches high lines, rotates across both flanks, and brings defined wing actions without requiring structural change.
Chris McCann at Salford City
The former Atlanta United midfielder now operates at the final academy step before League Two competition.
2026 Player Pipeline
Potential has an expiration date. Atlanta United must decide who to trust and who to trade while their market value is at its peak.
Atlanta United signs Elías Báez
The signing adds a defensively focused left back as Atlanta continues to reshape its roster ahead of the 2026 season.
Jamal Thiaré signs with Columbus Crew
After two and a half seasons and several defining moments in Atlanta, Thiaré moves on as the club reallocates resources elsewhere.
Alex Tambakis signs for FC Tulsa
Atlanta United’s first-ever signing continues his USL career in Tulsa, joining a club that leaned heavily on defensive organization in 2025.
Nyk Sessock signs for Las Vegas Lights FC
The former Atlanta United and Inter Miami II defender arrives in Las Vegas on a contract through 2026 with a club option for 2027.
Tyrone Mears: From Fullback to President of Soccer
A career built on adaptation and trust, from Europe to MLS Cup to the job of building a club
Alan Carleton Signs with Sandvikens IF
Arriving during the quiet months before spring football returns, Alan Carleton joins Sandvikens IF on a three-year deal and begins his first professional chapter outside the United States.
The Daily Discipline: Jon Nelson and the Long View of Soccer Down Here
Jon Nelson and the Unending Drumbeat of the SDH Network
Pity Martínez Completes Transfer to Tigre
Pity Martínez joins Club Atlético Tigre after leaving River Plate on a free transfer, beginning a new stage in Argentina’s top flight.
Manuel Castro transfers to Juventude
Announcing himself in style
Leo Afsonso signs for Rhode Island FC
After an uneven attacking season, Rhode Island FC add a wide forward whose profile points toward repeatable chance generation rather than isolated moments.
Edwin Mosquera transfers to Santa Fe
A Fresh Start in the High-Altitude Heart of Bogotá
ATLUTD Academy Veteran Ricky Davey Named Head Coach of Dothan United
Dothan United has appointed former Atlanta United academy coach Ricky Davey as its new head coach, adding another alumnus of the club’s development system to the national coaching landscape.
Miguel Berry signs for Charleston Battery
Strategic veteran addition brings MLS championship pedigree to the Lowcountry
David Tenney departs Atlanta United for Real Salt Lake
Jake Mulraney signs for Shamrock Rovers
Jake Mulraney is officially a Hoop, the flagship club of Irish football.
The King Across the Border: Josef Martínez signs with Xolos
Josef Martínez’s move to Club Tijuana isn't just a transfer; it's the closing of a chapter for North American soccer history.
Emerson Hyndman - Leaving Early, Lasting Longer
A professional life shaped by adjustment, pressure, and persistence.
Bartosz Slisz signs for Brøndby IF
Atlanta United sell one of their more reliable contributors as Slisz returns to Europe in a World Cup year.
Five Stripes together again in Uruguay
From Atlanta’s expansion chaos to Uruguay’s oldest pressure club, a familiar pair finds itself together again.
Atlanta United Signs Tomás Jacob
Adam Jahn: A Career Between Leagues - and Beyond the Game
Tracing Adam Jahn’s career across MLS and the USL Championship - and how those experiences shaped life beyond the field.
Atlanta United Signs Lucas Hoyos - Risk, Recovery, and a Clear Break from the Past
Experience, uncertainty, and a goalkeeper who changes the terms of play
Andrew Carleton: A Retrospective on Atlanta United’s First Homegrown Player
Tracing the career of Atlanta United’s first Homegrown signing through MLS, USL, NISA, and international football.
Tristan Trager: From the Air Force Academy to the USL and Back
Tristan Trager returns to the US Air Force
Atlanta United Coaching Performance (2017–2025)
A Comparison of the ATLUTD coaches
Atlanta United Places Zach Loyd on Season-Ending Injury List
Zach Loyd came to Atlanta United with 180 MLS appearances, but his first season with the club ended after one half of U.S. Open Cup action.
Michael Parkhurst Named Atlanta United's First Captain
Michael Parkhurst brings MLS experience, European experience and three years as Columbus captain to Atlanta United's first locker room.
ATLUTD signs Brad Guzan
Brad Guzan will not arrive until the summer, but Atlanta United has secured a goalkeeper with World Cup, Premier League, and MLS experience.
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ATLUTD2 Climbs Back Above Playoff Line With 2-1 Win Over Chicago
Kovac and Enzo Dovlo scored six minutes apart before Atlanta held off Chicago's late push to end a three-match losing streak.
Atlanta United 2 Cannot Complete Comeback Against Red Bulls II
Atlanta United 2 cut a two-goal deficit in half and forced Austin Causey to make six saves, but Red Bull New York II held on for a 2-1 win.
Atlanta United 2 Falls 1-0 at Chattanooga
Atlanta United 2 controlled most of the possession and produced 14 shots, but Alexander Krehl's seventh-minute goal was enough for Chattanooga FC to take all three points.
Atlanta United 2 Lets Two-Goal Lead Slip in Shootout Loss to Carolina Core
Cameron Dunbar, Dominik Chong Qui and Enzo Dovlo scored as Atlanta United 2 built a two-goal lead, but Carolina Core recovered for a 3-3 draw and 10-9 shootout victory
ATLUTD2 holds off NYCFC II for historic 10th win
Atlanta United 2 controlled most of Sunday’s match before holding off NYCFC II for a 3-2 victory and the first 10-win season in club history.
Fifteen Shots, No Goals for ATLUTD2 in 2-0 loss to Huntsville
ATLUTD2 dictated possession early, only for Huntsville to take over the dangerous moments after halftime and win 2-0.
Atlanta United 2 Hits Four Against Inter Miami II
Enzo Dovlo recorded his first two professional assists, Ignacio Suarez-Couri influenced all three second-half goals and Arif Kovac added his 13th goal of the season.
Chica, Ransom Carry ATLUTD2 Past Toronto II
Daniel Chica scored from a Chong Qui throw-in, and Jonathan Ransom protected the lead with a goal-line double-save.
ATLUTD2 Rallies, Crown Legacy Takes the Extra Point
Arif Kovac scored twice, Cameron Dunbar added two assists and Dominik Chong Qui scored his first goal of the season in a 3-3 draw at Turner Soccer Complex.
Atlanta United 2 Runs Out of Road in Columbus
Arif Kovac scores his 10th goal of the season and Cameron Dunbar makes the final minutes tense, but Columbus Crew 2 turns its best chances into a 3-2 win.
ATLUTD2 loses late lead, falls to Chattanooga in shootout
Two own goals opened the door, Andrew Jardines and Matthew Senanou completed the comeback, but ATLUTD2 could not close out Chattanooga.
ATLUTD 2 Turns Second Half Into 3-0 Win Over Chicago Fire FC II
Arif Kovac opened the scoring, Enzo Dovlo and Santiago Pita added stoppage-time goals, and ATLUTD2 finished off a 3-0 win at Turner Soccer Complex.
ATLUTD2 Let Lead Slip Away in Chester
ATLUTD2 finished with 15 shots, seven on target, and 10 corners, but Philadelphia Union II made its second-half chances count in a 2-1 win.
Arif Kovac scores five as ATLUTD2 storms back to beat Huntsville City 6-2
Down 2-0 before halftime, ATLUTD2 responded with six second-half goals behind a record-setting night from Arif Kovac.
Orlando City B Punishes ATLUTD2 in Key Moments, Orlando 2-0
Atlanta carried stretches of play around Orlando’s penalty area, but the visitors repeatedly blocked shooting lanes and prevented sustained pressure in front of goal.
Atlanta United 2 Defeats Carolina Core FC 2–1 due to a Dunbar Brace
Cameron Dunbar found the net twice in the first half, and Atlanta United 2 held off late pressure to earn a 2–1 win over Carolina Core FC.
ATLUTD2 3–0 Chicago Fire II: Dunbar leads finishing inside the box
Atlanta United 2 converted from inside the box while Chicago’s 10 attempts in the same area failed to produce a goal.
Atlanta United 2 take control early and finish the job in 2-0 win over Inter Miami II
Kovac opens the scoring, Dunbar adds another, and a 17-year-old goalkeeper records a clean sheet
Atlanta United 2 Signs Brazilian Striker Caio Assis
Assis scored 15 goals in 23 youth appearances and arrives without an upfront transfer fee as ATLUTD2 invests in another young No. 9.
ATLUTD2 Signs Academy Midfielder Andrew Jardines
Jardines moved from Atlanta's U-18 team into the ATLUTD2 midfield, recording one goal and two assists through his first 14 professional appearances.
ATLUTD2 transfers Moisés Tablante to Lusitânia FC
Tablante leaves ATLUTD2 with 42 appearances, five goals and two assists as he joins Lusitânia de Lourosa through June 2028.
Lagos Kunga signs for Portland Hearts of Pine
Lagos Kunga was the most dangerous 1v1 threat in USL League One before an ACL tear paused his career. He joins a Portland Hearts of Pine which has championship expectations
ATLUTD2 signs Mo Cisset
The 21-year-old defender arrives after a full professional season with North Texas SC and Olympic experience with Mali’s U23s.
ATLUTD2 signs Matthew Senanou
A 6-foot-4 center back with MLS NEXT Pro experience and a completed collegiate development cycle joins Atlanta’s back line
Javier Armas transfers to Fort Wayne FC
After developing with ATLUTD2, Armas continues his professional pathway with Fort Wayne FC ahead of the 2026 season
Bryce Washington signs for Birmingham Legion
A two-year starter in the USL Championship, Washington arrives as Birmingham rebuilds its back line following a last-place finish in the East
ATLUTD signs Adrian Gill
Atlanta United adds 20-year-old midfielder Adrian Gill from FC Barcelona, using a supplemental roster spot to manage his return from a long-term injury.
Ronan Wynne signs for Auckland FC
After a season in the Atlanta United system, Ronan Wynne joins Auckland FC as the club continues to shape its early identity
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Atlanta United's Young All-Stars Take the Stage in Charlotte
From Atlanta's U-16 team to ATLUTD2 and the MLS NEXT All-Star Game, Seyi Fakiyesi and David Ilevbare continued a season of rapid progression in Charlotte.
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Atlanta United's Young All-Stars Take the Stage in Charlotte
From Atlanta's U-16 team to ATLUTD2 and the MLS NEXT All-Star Game, Seyi Fakiyesi and David Ilevbare continued a season of rapid progression in Charlotte.
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After falling behind, Argentina rose to see off England
This was Atlanta’s eighth and final match of the tournament, ending the city’s run as a World Cup host with a semifinal between two historically significant national teams.
Egypt Had Argentina Beaten, Until It Didn’t
Egypt played like a quarterfinalist for most of the afternoon in Atlanta. Argentina looked rattled, then found three late goals and left Egypt with the pain of a 3-2 collapse.
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NWSL Calendar Change in 2027
The NWSL will begin its 2027 season in February and pause for the Women's World Cup. One year later, expansion will force the league to reconsider its balanced schedule.
What Comes Next for Atlanta's NWSL Team
Atlanta has more preparation time than most recent NWSL expansion teams. The next 18 months will show how well it uses that advantage
NWSL Atlanta 2028 Training Ground Update
Bulldozers are leveling ground along Franklin Gateway, where NWSL Atlanta 2028 is planning a headquarters, four full fields, and two half pitches
Mauricio Culebro Starts With Restraint
Culebro’s first test is whether patience, collaboration, and assessment can move fast enough for a club that needs answers now.
Atlanta NWSL Appoints Keith McCloat as CFO
Managing the highest payroll in baseball history is one thing; building an NWSL expansion club from scratch is another. Keith McCloat brings Wall Street discipline to Atlanta's quest for a world-class roster.
NWSL High Impact Player Rule
Marietta makes its move as Atlanta’s NWSL future begins to take shape
Atlanta’s Women’s Soccer Story: From the Beat to the Big Stage
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Cape Verde turns World Cup debut into statement against Spain
Cape Verde’s first World Cup match brought 90 minutes of pressure, seven saves from Vozinha, and a point few expected against Spain.
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Atlanta United 2 Lets Two-Goal Lead Slip in Shootout Loss to Carolina Core
Cameron Dunbar, Dominik Chong Qui and Enzo Dovlo scored as Atlanta United 2 built a two-goal lead, but Carolina Core recovered for a 3-3 draw and 10-9 shootout victory
Atlanta United 2 Defeats Carolina Core FC 2–1 due to a Dunbar Brace
Cameron Dunbar found the net twice in the first half, and Atlanta United 2 held off late pressure to earn a 2–1 win over Carolina Core FC.
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Late Night, First Cup Win
Atlanta United’s first U.S. Open Cup match started nearly three hours late and nearly got away before the Five Stripes rallied past Charleston.
ATLUTD Ends Preseason With Charleston Win
With the Carolina Challenge Cup trophy already claimed by Columbus, Atlanta United used a rotated lineup and beat Charleston Battery 2-1.
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Atlanta Comes Back From the Brink in Charlotte
Down two goals and fortunate not to trail by more, Atlanta recovered through Elías Báez and Miguel Almirón before holding on through Charlotte's late assault.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-2 Charlotte
After being badly outplayed in the first half, Atlanta responded through Báez and Almirón while Hoyos repeatedly denied Charlotte during a frantic second-half recovery.
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Atlanta United 2 Falls 1-0 at Chattanooga
Atlanta United 2 controlled most of the possession and produced 14 shots, but Alexander Krehl's seventh-minute goal was enough for Chattanooga FC to take all three points.
ATLUTD2 loses late lead, falls to Chattanooga in shootout
Two own goals opened the door, Andrew Jardines and Matthew Senanou completed the comeback, but ATLUTD2 could not close out Chattanooga.
Atlanta United 3, Chattanooga FC 1
A left-sided overload produces repeatable chances, but defensive imbalance still concedes first
Atlanta United Opens Its History in Chattanooga
Atlanta United’s first preseason match delivered four goals, a halftime kit reveal, and an early sign that the club’s arrival may be bigger than expected.
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Atlanta Plays Better. Atlanta Loses Again. Chicago wins 1-0
Atlanta raised the intensity and controlled stretches of the match, but repeated first-phase attacks and missed chances left them empty-handed in Chicago.
Chicago Turns Atlanta’s Possession Into an Empty Night
Atlanta finished with 461 passes, 12 shots, and only two on target in a 2-0 road loss to Chicago Fire FC
Atlanta United Cruises Past Chicago Fire FC for First Home Win in Club History
An early breakthrough and a Chicago dismissal set the tone, but Atlanta United still had work to do. Josef Martínez's brace, Yamil Asad's influence in possession, and a clean sheet from Alec Kann helped the Five Stripes turn control into a convincing 4-0 win.
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ATLUTD 2 Turns Second Half Into 3-0 Win Over Chicago Fire FC II
Arif Kovac opened the scoring, Enzo Dovlo and Santiago Pita added stoppage-time goals, and ATLUTD2 finished off a 3-0 win at Turner Soccer Complex.
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ATLUTD2 Climbs Back Above Playoff Line With 2-1 Win Over Chicago
Kovac and Enzo Dovlo scored six minutes apart before Atlanta held off Chicago's late push to end a three-match losing streak.
ATLUTD2 3–0 Chicago Fire II: Dunbar leads finishing inside the box
Atlanta United 2 converted from inside the box while Chicago’s 10 attempts in the same area failed to produce a goal.
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Atlanta United falls 2-0 at Cincinnati FC
Tomás Jacob impressed on his MLS debut, but Atlanta created no clear chances and conceded twice after halftime against FC Cincinnati.
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Atlanta United Coaching Performance (2017–2025)
A Comparison of the ATLUTD coaches
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Martínez Returns to the XI and Delivers
Atlanta United needed patience against Colorado's deep block, then got the breakthrough from Martínez and the final save from Kann.
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Atlanta United 2 Runs Out of Road in Columbus
Arif Kovac scores his 10th goal of the season and Cameron Dunbar makes the final minutes tense, but Columbus Crew 2 turns its best chances into a 3-2 win.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-2 Columbus Crew
Atlanta had scattered moments of pressure, but Columbus controlled the middle, punished the gaps, and never looked especially uncomfortable.
Atlanta United Falls Flat 2-0 vs Columbus Before the Break
Atlanta United entered Columbus needing clarity before the break. Instead, a passive first half and a limited second-half response left the same questions hanging over the team.
The Illusion of Control: Atlanta United Sinks Against Columbus
Columbus Crew issued a challenge of patience at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Atlanta United spent 90 minutes failing to find an answer
Villalba Leads Atlanta Past Columbus
Tito Villalba scored twice, Alec Kann recorded a shutout and an assist, and Atlanta United left Columbus with a 2-0 win.
Atlanta United’s Attack Carries 3-1 Win Over Columbus
Columbus answered Atlanta’s first-half opener, but second-half goals from Miguel Almirón and Josef Martínez gave Atlanta United a 3-1 win.
Atlanta United’s First MLS Test Ends in 2-1 Loss to Columbus
Atlanta United showed the promise of its new attack in Charleston, then saw Columbus expose the gaps still left to close before the club’s first MLS season.
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ATLUTD2 Rallies, Crown Legacy Takes the Extra Point
Arif Kovac scored twice, Cameron Dunbar added two assists and Dominik Chong Qui scored his first goal of the season in a 3-3 draw at Turner Soccer Complex.
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Czechia's early lead fades into a costly draw with South Africa
Czechia scored early, South Africa struggled to turn possession into clean chances, and a late penalty left both teams alive but unconvincing.
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Possession without threat - Atlanta United stalled by D.C. United in 0-0 draw
Tata Martino's side spent most of the night in D.C.'s half, only to see patient buildup die in the final third
D.C. United turns Atlanta’s mistake into a season sweep
Atlanta United were not lethal in the final third, falling 1-0 at RFK Stadium as D.C. United swept all three regular-season meetings.
Atlanta United Falls Short at RFK
Atlanta United had more of the ball and pushed to the final kick, but D.C. United turned its chances into a 2-1 win at RFK Stadium
ATLUTD’s shot volume goes unrewarded in 3-1 loss to D.C. United
Kenwyne Jones gave Atlanta an early lead, but D.C. United answered with three goals and Bill Hamid kept Atlanta from turning pressure into a comeback.
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Kane Saves England from DR Congo
Congo pushed England to the edge, but Harry Kane’s late brilliance sent Thomas Tuchel’s team into a last-16 meeting with Mexico.
Wissa Double Sends Congo DR Through past Uzbekistan
Eldor Shomurodov gave Uzbekistan the lead, but Yoane Wissa and Fiston Mayele powered Congo DR’s second-half comeback.
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Egypt Had Argentina Beaten, Until It Didn’t
Egypt played like a quarterfinalist for most of the afternoon in Atlanta. Argentina looked rattled, then found three late goals and left Egypt with the pain of a 3-2 collapse.
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After falling behind, Argentina rose to see off England
This was Atlanta’s eighth and final match of the tournament, ending the city’s run as a World Cup host with a semifinal between two historically significant national teams.
Kane Saves England from DR Congo
Congo pushed England to the edge, but Harry Kane’s late brilliance sent Thomas Tuchel’s team into a last-16 meeting with Mexico.
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Atlanta United Opens Mercedes-Benz Stadium With a 3–0 Win Over FC Dallas
Questions about the crowd, atmosphere and scale followed Atlanta United into its new home. Forty-five thousand supporters and three Atlanta goals supplied the answe
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The Biggest Lineup Change Since the Introduction of Substitutes Is Being Considered by FIFA
By turning one position into a permanent obligation, the proposal forces clubs to value young players not for potential, but for their ability to survive every phase of a match
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Derrick Williams Has Hung Up the Boots
Derrick Williams was not in Atlanta long, but his short stay with the Five Stripes belonged to a much longer professional career
Signed, Loaned, Returned: Edwin Mosquera Is on the Move Again
Six months after joining Santa Fe on a four-year contract, the former Atlanta United winger is headed to Universidad Central de Venezuela on an 18-month loan.
Former Atlanta United Striker Giorgos Giakoumakis leaves Cruz Azul for Al Ain
Giorgos Giakoumakis returns from an injury-disrupted loan in Greece and leaves Cruz Azul in a reported $6 million sale that could carry financial implications for Atlanta United
Former Atlanta United Defender Alan Franco Leaves São Paulo for Tigres
Alan Franco appeared settled at São Paulo, earning individual recognition, winning two trophies and signing through 2028. His sudden loan to Tigres is rooted in a deteriorating relationship behind the scenes
Stepping Up: George Campbell’s Trial by Fire in the Championship
A long-range thunderbolt at Bramall Lane sparked a 10-match unbeaten run and won Goal of the Season. But George Campbell's true impact for West Brom was stabilizing a back line under intense pressure.
Edwin Mosquera transfers to Santa Fe
A Fresh Start in the High-Altitude Heart of Bogotá
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Martino's New Shape Takes Form Against Lexington
Atlanta United opened its 2026 preseason with a 4-0 win over Lexington SC, offering an early look at Tata Martino's higher back line, fluid attack, and evolving midfield.
ATLUTD Ends Preseason With Charleston Win
With the Carolina Challenge Cup trophy already claimed by Columbus, Atlanta United used a rotated lineup and beat Charleston Battery 2-1.
ATLUTD Tops Seattle in Carolina Challenge Cup
Josef Martínez scores twice as Atlanta United builds a four-goal lead and holds off Seattle in Charleston.
Atlanta United’s First MLS Test Ends in 2-1 Loss to Columbus
Atlanta United showed the promise of its new attack in Charleston, then saw Columbus expose the gaps still left to close before the club’s first MLS season.
Atlanta United Opens Its History in Chattanooga
Atlanta United’s first preseason match delivered four goals, a halftime kit reveal, and an early sign that the club’s arrival may be bigger than expected.
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ATLUTD2 Climbs Back Above Playoff Line With 2-1 Win Over Chicago
Kovac and Enzo Dovlo scored six minutes apart before Atlanta held off Chicago's late push to end a three-match losing streak.
Muyumba, Picault Lift Atlanta United Past Red Bull New York
Tristan Muyumba answered a painful first-half miss with a top-class equalizer, and Fafà Picault headed in the winner as Atlanta finally held onto a late lead
Atlanta United 2 Cannot Complete Comeback Against Red Bulls II
Atlanta United 2 cut a two-goal deficit in half and forced Austin Causey to make six saves, but Red Bull New York II held on for a 2-1 win.
Atlanta United 2 Falls 1-0 at Chattanooga
Atlanta United 2 controlled most of the possession and produced 14 shots, but Alexander Krehl's seventh-minute goal was enough for Chattanooga FC to take all three points.
Atlanta's Defiant Night Collapses in 71 Seconds
Atlanta spent more than an hour doing the nearly impossible, then lost everything in 70 seconds.
Atlanta United 2 Lets Two-Goal Lead Slip in Shootout Loss to Carolina Core
Cameron Dunbar, Dominik Chong Qui and Enzo Dovlo scored as Atlanta United 2 built a two-goal lead, but Carolina Core recovered for a 3-3 draw and 10-9 shootout victory
ATLUTD2 holds off NYCFC II for historic 10th win
Atlanta United 2 controlled most of Sunday’s match before holding off NYCFC II for a 3-2 victory and the first 10-win season in club history.
ATLUTD Outclassed by New England’s Collective
Atlanta’s only goal came after Togashi gave its two Designated Players someone to combine with, underlining the absence of a top-level striker.
Atlanta Comes Back From the Brink in Charlotte
Down two goals and fortunate not to trail by more, Atlanta recovered through Elías Báez and Miguel Almirón before holding on through Charlotte's late assault.
Better, but Still Not Enough: Atlanta United Falls 1-0 at Nashville
Tomás Jacob and Enea Mihaj helped hold Nashville in check for most of the night, while Lucas Hoyos kept Atlanta alive late. At the other end, Atlanta once again failed to turn promising positions into goals.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-1 Nashville
Atlanta competed with the league leaders and stayed within reach throughout the night, but the attack again failed to turn its possession and promising positions into a goal.
Fifteen Shots, No Goals for ATLUTD2 in 2-0 loss to Huntsville
ATLUTD2 dictated possession early, only for Huntsville to take over the dangerous moments after halftime and win 2-0.
After falling behind, Argentina rose to see off England
This was Atlanta’s eighth and final match of the tournament, ending the city’s run as a World Cup host with a semifinal between two historically significant national teams.
Atlanta United 2 Hits Four Against Inter Miami II
Enzo Dovlo recorded his first two professional assists, Ignacio Suarez-Couri influenced all three second-half goals and Arif Kovac added his 13th goal of the season.
Atlanta United tests Latte Lath on the right in a friendly with Sporting KC
One friendly does not redefine Latte Lath’s role, but it did suggest Atlanta may be reconsidering whether his best fit is through the middle
Egypt Had Argentina Beaten, Until It Didn’t
Egypt played like a quarterfinalist for most of the afternoon in Atlanta. Argentina looked rattled, then found three late goals and left Egypt with the pain of a 3-2 collapse.
Chica, Ransom Carry ATLUTD2 Past Toronto II
Daniel Chica scored from a Chong Qui throw-in, and Jonathan Ransom protected the lead with a goal-line double-save.
Kane Saves England from DR Congo
Congo pushed England to the edge, but Harry Kane’s late brilliance sent Thomas Tuchel’s team into a last-16 meeting with Mexico.
Wissa Double Sends Congo DR Through past Uzbekistan
Eldor Shomurodov gave Uzbekistan the lead, but Yoane Wissa and Fiston Mayele powered Congo DR’s second-half comeback.
ATLUTD2 Rallies, Crown Legacy Takes the Extra Point
Arif Kovac scored twice, Cameron Dunbar added two assists and Dominik Chong Qui scored his first goal of the season in a 3-3 draw at Turner Soccer Complex.
Haiti made Atlanta shake, even as Morocco moved on
Haiti’s World Cup ended in Atlanta, but the night did not feel like an ending.
Spain Looks Like Spain Again
After the Cape Verde draw, Spain needed a response. It got one in Atlanta, scoring three times in the first 24 minutes and turning Saudi Arabia into a tournament reset.
Atlanta United 2 Runs Out of Road in Columbus
Arif Kovac scores his 10th goal of the season and Cameron Dunbar makes the final minutes tense, but Columbus Crew 2 turns its best chances into a 3-2 win.
Czechia's early lead fades into a costly draw with South Africa
Czechia scored early, South Africa struggled to turn possession into clean chances, and a late penalty left both teams alive but unconvincing.
Cape Verde turns World Cup debut into statement against Spain
Cape Verde’s first World Cup match brought 90 minutes of pressure, seven saves from Vozinha, and a point few expected against Spain.
ATLUTD2 loses late lead, falls to Chattanooga in shootout
Two own goals opened the door, Andrew Jardines and Matthew Senanou completed the comeback, but ATLUTD2 could not close out Chattanooga.
ATLUTD 2 Turns Second Half Into 3-0 Win Over Chicago Fire FC II
Arif Kovac opened the scoring, Enzo Dovlo and Santiago Pita added stoppage-time goals, and ATLUTD2 finished off a 3-0 win at Turner Soccer Complex.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-2 Columbus Crew
Atlanta had scattered moments of pressure, but Columbus controlled the middle, punished the gaps, and never looked especially uncomfortable.
Atlanta United Falls Flat 2-0 vs Columbus Before the Break
Atlanta United entered Columbus needing clarity before the break. Instead, a passive first half and a limited second-half response left the same questions hanging over the team.
ATLUTD2 Let Lead Slip Away in Chester
ATLUTD2 finished with 15 shots, seven on target, and 10 corners, but Philadelphia Union II made its second-half chances count in a 2-1 win.
ATLUTD shell-shocked from a 4-1 pummeling by Orlando
Atlanta United spent the opening half chasing runners, clearing emergencies, and conceding goals as Orlando City ripped apart a rotated defensive setup before halftime.
Player Impressions: Atlanta United 1-1 Orlando City
Jay Fortune controlled the game for long stretches while Atlanta fought back through chaos, transitions, and late pressure in Orlando.
Resilience in Orlando: Fortune’s Late Strike Secures 1-1 Draw
Despite controlling territory and racking up 22 shots, Atlanta United had to rely on late-match resilience and an 86th-minute equalizer to rescue a point against a direct Orlando counter-attack.
Arif Kovac scores five as ATLUTD2 storms back to beat Huntsville City 6-2
Down 2-0 before halftime, ATLUTD2 responded with six second-half goals behind a record-setting night from Arif Kovac.
Orlando City B Punishes ATLUTD2 in Key Moments, Orlando 2-0
Atlanta carried stretches of play around Orlando’s penalty area, but the visitors repeatedly blocked shooting lanes and prevented sustained pressure in front of goal.
Galaxy Punish Atlanta After Emotional 2-1 Collapse at Mercedes-Benz
ATLUTD briefly looked ready to seize control after Jay Fortune’s goal before transition defending collapsed minutes later.
Atlanta Take Control After Slow Start, Ride Saba Brace to 3–1 Win over Montréal
Once they found their footing, they controlled the match through midfield and never let go. Saba Lobjanidze delivered twice, Latte Lath got on the scoresheet, and a late flashpoint capped a physical finish
Atlanta United 2 Defeats Carolina Core FC 2–1 due to a Dunbar Brace
Cameron Dunbar found the net twice in the first half, and Atlanta United 2 held off late pressure to earn a 2–1 win over Carolina Core FC.
Atlanta score twice but spend the second half defending waves of pressure in the 2-1 win
Moments of structure produced goals, but midfield gaps and turnovers handed momentum to Toronto.
Five Minutes Undid All the Hardwork in Atlanta's 2-1 loss to New England
Atlanta United dictated the match through movement and pressure, creating chances and limiting New England to isolated moments. Then two plays changed everything.
Atlanta United 0–2 Nashville: It Held Until It Didn’t
Atlanta showed a clear plan and executed it early, but once the second half demanded faster decisions and tighter spacing, the team broke into individual actions and never recovered.
ATLUTD2 3–0 Chicago Fire II: Dunbar leads finishing inside the box
Atlanta United 2 converted from inside the box while Chicago’s 10 attempts in the same area failed to produce a goal.
Atlanta United 3, Chattanooga FC 1
A left-sided overload produces repeatable chances, but defensive imbalance still concedes first
Atlanta Plays Better. Atlanta Loses Again. Chicago wins 1-0
Atlanta raised the intensity and controlled stretches of the match, but repeated first-phase attacks and missed chances left them empty-handed in Chicago.
Atlanta United 2 take control early and finish the job in 2-0 win over Inter Miami II
Kovac opens the scoring, Dunbar adds another, and a 17-year-old goalkeeper records a clean sheet
The Illusion of Control: Atlanta United Sinks Against Columbus
Columbus Crew issued a challenge of patience at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Atlanta United spent 90 minutes failing to find an answer
Possession without threat - Atlanta United stalled by D.C. United in 0-0 draw
Tata Martino's side spent most of the night in D.C.'s half, only to see patient buildup die in the final third
Atlanta United defeat the Union 3-1
Almirón records three assists as Atlanta earns its first win of 2026
Atlanta United off to the worst start in franchise history
Atlanta showed signs of attacking progress at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, but another night of defensive mistakes produced the worst start in club history.
San Jose's Directness Exposes Atlanta's Fragile Structure
Atlanta United completed more passes and held more possession, but San Jose created the better chances and punished a buildup that repeatedly invited pressure.
Atlanta United falls 2-0 at Cincinnati FC
Tomás Jacob impressed on his MLS debut, but Atlanta created no clear chances and conceded twice after halftime against FC Cincinnati.
Martino's New Shape Takes Form Against Lexington
Atlanta United opened its 2026 preseason with a 4-0 win over Lexington SC, offering an early look at Tata Martino's higher back line, fluid attack, and evolving midfield.
Atlanta United 1–1 D.C. United - A Wooden Spoon Standoff, And A Season Summed Up
2025-10-18 - ATLUTD vs DC United
Outgunned in Miami: Atlanta’s Patchwork Falls 4–0
2025-10-11 - ATLUTD vs Miami
Atlanta United 0-1 LAFC - Defensive Effort Restored, But Attacking Execution Still Lacking
2025-10-05 - ATLUTD vs LAFC
Atlanta United 0-2 New England Revolution - A Second-Half Unraveling
2025-09-27 - ATLUTD vs New England
Thiaré Leads the Line, Almirón Converts as ATLUTD Tie 1–1
2025-09-20 - ATLUTD vs San Diego
Nine-Goal Thriller and 1st Half Collapse Ends Atlanta’s Playoff Hopes
2025-09-13 - ATLUTD vs Columbus
Set Piece, Shot Stopping, and Sheer Nerve
2025-08-30 - ATLUTD vs Nashville
Atlanta United Opens Mercedes-Benz Stadium With a 3–0 Win Over FC Dallas
Questions about the crowd, atmosphere and scale followed Atlanta United into its new home. Forty-five thousand supporters and three Atlanta goals supplied the answe
Mears Rescues Atlanta with a Stoppage-Time Header
Yamil Asad pulled one back before halftime, then Tyrone Mears scored his first goal of the season to secure a 2-2 draw at Talen Energy Stadium.
D.C. United turns Atlanta’s mistake into a season sweep
Atlanta United were not lethal in the final third, falling 1-0 at RFK Stadium as D.C. United swept all three regular-season meetings.
Peterson Steals a Point in Kansas City
Jacob Peterson scored against his former club in stoppage time, giving Atlanta United a late road point against Sporting KC.
ATLUTD Says Goodbye To Bobby Dodd With A Late Equalizer
On a sunny July afternoon at Bobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta United played its final match at its temporary home.
A New Voice in Goal as a late strike steals a win in Orlando
Atlanta made the midseason goalkeeper switch. In Orlando, Guzan showed why.
Fireworks at Bobby Dodd in a 4-2 thriller
San Jose scored early and finished with nine men, but Atlanta’s attack took over after halftime in a Fourth of July comeback at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Villalba Leads Atlanta Past Columbus
Tito Villalba scored twice, Alec Kann recorded a shutout and an assist, and Atlanta United left Columbus with a 2-0 win.
Miami FC Punishes Atlanta United in Open Cup Exit
A rotated Atlanta United lineup led once and came back once, but Miami FC scored late to advance in the U.S. Open Cup.
Martínez Returns to the XI and Delivers
Atlanta United needed patience against Colorado's deep block, then got the breakthrough from Martínez and the final save from Kann.
Atlanta United Falls Short at RFK
Atlanta United had more of the ball and pushed to the final kick, but D.C. United turned its chances into a 2-1 win at RFK Stadium
Atlanta United’s Attack Carries 3-1 Win Over Columbus
Columbus answered Atlanta’s first-half opener, but second-half goals from Miguel Almirón and Josef Martínez gave Atlanta United a 3-1 win.
Late Night, First Cup Win
Atlanta United’s first U.S. Open Cup match started nearly three hours late and nearly got away before the Five Stripes rallied past Charleston.
Chicago Turns Atlanta’s Possession Into an Empty Night
Atlanta finished with 461 passes, 12 shots, and only two on target in a 2-0 road loss to Chicago Fire FC
ATLUTD starts fast, fades in 3-1 loss at Vancouver
Atlanta United struck first through Greg Garza in the sixth minute, then gave up three unanswered goals in a 3-1 road loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BC Place.
Atlanta United blitzes NYCFC early and closes out 3-1 win at Bobby Dodd
Atlanta United needed 23 minutes to flip the script on NYCFC, scoring three times in the first half before managing the second half of a 3-1 win at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Almirón’s hat trick powers Atlanta past Houston
Miguel Almirón scored three times, Julian Gressel added another, and Atlanta United turned Bobby Dodd Stadium into a showcase.
Gressel's first MLS goal gives Atlanta a point in Portland
Julian Gressel scored his first MLS goal, Alec Kann made the save that protected the point, and Atlanta United left Portland feeling it had earned more than a draw.
ATLUTD undone by two-minute second-half swing at NYCFC
Atlanta United found a first-half response in the Bronx, then lost control after halftime as NYCFC turned a level match into a 3-1 result.
ATLUTD’s shot volume goes unrewarded in 3-1 loss to D.C. United
Kenwyne Jones gave Atlanta an early lead, but D.C. United answered with three goals and Bill Hamid kept Atlanta from turning pressure into a comeback.
Atlanta United Ends Road Stretch with 3-1 Win at Real Salt Lake
ATLUTD finished its four-match road stretch with a 3-1 win over Real Salt Lake, capped by Brandon Vázquez’s first MLS goal in stoppage time.
Atlanta United’s Road Point Slips Away in Montréal
Kenwyne Jones gave Atlanta United the lead, but Ignacio Piatti’s penalty and Leandro González Pírez’s red card changed the match before Anthony Jackson-Hamel won it for Montréal in stoppage time.
Atlanta United Earns Hard-Fought Point in 2-2 Draw at Toronto FC
ATLUTD led, fell behind, and responded through Tito Villalba before spending the final stages of the match down a man. Against a Toronto FC side that controlled much of the attacking play, the Five Stripes left BMO Field with a resilient 2-2 draw.
Atlanta United Take a Point from Seattle
Atlanta United never fully found its attacking rhythm, but a composed defensive performance was enough to leave Seattle with a 0-0 draw.
Atlanta United Cruises Past Chicago Fire FC for First Home Win in Club History
An early breakthrough and a Chicago dismissal set the tone, but Atlanta United still had work to do. Josef Martínez's brace, Yamil Asad's influence in possession, and a clean sheet from Alec Kann helped the Five Stripes turn control into a convincing 4-0 win.
Atlanta United Rolls Through the Snow for First MLS Victory
Winter conditions failed to slow Atlanta United's attack. Behind a Josef Martínez hat trick and two goals from Miguel Almirón, the expansion side earned the first league win in club history with a commanding 6-1 victory over Minnesota United.
Opening Night: ATLUTD 1 Red Bulls 2
Atlanta United’s first MLS match had the noise, the colors, the ambition, and for 74 minutes, the lead.
ATLUTD Ends Preseason With Charleston Win
With the Carolina Challenge Cup trophy already claimed by Columbus, Atlanta United used a rotated lineup and beat Charleston Battery 2-1.
ATLUTD Tops Seattle in Carolina Challenge Cup
Josef Martínez scores twice as Atlanta United builds a four-goal lead and holds off Seattle in Charleston.
Atlanta United’s First MLS Test Ends in 2-1 Loss to Columbus
Atlanta United showed the promise of its new attack in Charleston, then saw Columbus expose the gaps still left to close before the club’s first MLS season.
Atlanta United Opens Its History in Chattanooga
Atlanta United’s first preseason match delivered four goals, a halftime kit reveal, and an early sign that the club’s arrival may be bigger than expected.
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Haiti made Atlanta shake, even as Morocco moved on
Haiti’s World Cup ended in Atlanta, but the night did not feel like an ending.
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Almirón’s hat trick powers Atlanta past Houston
Miguel Almirón scored three times, Julian Gressel added another, and Atlanta United turned Bobby Dodd Stadium into a showcase.
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Fifteen Shots, No Goals for ATLUTD2 in 2-0 loss to Huntsville
ATLUTD2 dictated possession early, only for Huntsville to take over the dangerous moments after halftime and win 2-0.
Arif Kovac scores five as ATLUTD2 storms back to beat Huntsville City 6-2
Down 2-0 before halftime, ATLUTD2 responded with six second-half goals behind a record-setting night from Arif Kovac.
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Atlanta United 2 Hits Four Against Inter Miami II
Enzo Dovlo recorded his first two professional assists, Ignacio Suarez-Couri influenced all three second-half goals and Arif Kovac added his 13th goal of the season.
Atlanta United 2 take control early and finish the job in 2-0 win over Inter Miami II
Kovac opens the scoring, Dunbar adds another, and a 17-year-old goalkeeper records a clean sheet
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Galaxy Punish Atlanta After Emotional 2-1 Collapse at Mercedes-Benz
ATLUTD briefly looked ready to seize control after Jay Fortune’s goal before transition defending collapsed minutes later.
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The NWSL’s Health Advisory Council Could Shape the Future of Women’s Sports Science
A new advisory council signals the NWSL’s growing role in research on women’s athlete health
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Martino's New Shape Takes Form Against Lexington
Atlanta United opened its 2026 preseason with a 4-0 win over Lexington SC, offering an early look at Tata Martino's higher back line, fluid attack, and evolving midfield.
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The Daily Discipline: Jon Nelson and the Long View of Soccer Down Here
Jon Nelson and the Unending Drumbeat of the SDH Network
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Miami FC Punishes Atlanta United in Open Cup Exit
A rotated Atlanta United lineup led once and came back once, but Miami FC scored late to advance in the U.S. Open Cup.
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Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-1 Minnesota
Atlanta's positional freedom created two unlikely goalscorers, but Hoyos made sure they stood up.
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Atlanta United Rolls Through the Snow for First MLS Victory
Winter conditions failed to slow Atlanta United's attack. Behind a Josef Martínez hat trick and two goals from Miguel Almirón, the expansion side earned the first league win in club history with a commanding 6-1 victory over Minnesota United.
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Atlanta Take Control After Slow Start, Ride Saba Brace to 3–1 Win over Montréal
Once they found their footing, they controlled the match through midfield and never let go. Saba Lobjanidze delivered twice, Latte Lath got on the scoresheet, and a late flashpoint capped a physical finish
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Atlanta United’s Road Point Slips Away in Montréal
Kenwyne Jones gave Atlanta United the lead, but Ignacio Piatti’s penalty and Leandro González Pírez’s red card changed the match before Anthony Jackson-Hamel won it for Montréal in stoppage time.
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Haiti made Atlanta shake, even as Morocco moved on
Haiti’s World Cup ended in Atlanta, but the night did not feel like an ending.
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NWSL Calendar Change in 2027
The NWSL will begin its 2027 season in February and pause for the Women's World Cup. One year later, expansion will force the league to reconsider its balanced schedule.
NWSL Shows Steady Growth Ahead of the 2027 Women's World Cup
The NWSL is averaging more than 11,000 fans per match and continues to build momentum across stadiums, screens and club identity.
NWSL Updates Competition Rules Ahead of 2026 Challenge Cup
The NWSL’s latest rules update focuses on player welfare, match flow, heat safety, and fan behavior online.
Project ACL Expands to the NWSL
As Project ACL expands to include the NWSL and Women’s Super League, the focus shifts toward match congestion, recovery windows, and the workload decisions clubs control.
The NWSL’s Health Advisory Council Could Shape the Future of Women’s Sports Science
A new advisory council signals the NWSL’s growing role in research on women’s athlete health
NWSL High Impact Player Rule
Atlanta’s Women’s Soccer Story: From the Beat to the Big Stage
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NWSL Calendar Change in 2027
The NWSL will begin its 2027 season in February and pause for the Women's World Cup. One year later, expansion will force the league to reconsider its balanced schedule.
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Atlanta United blitzes NYCFC early and closes out 3-1 win at Bobby Dodd
Atlanta United needed 23 minutes to flip the script on NYCFC, scoring three times in the first half before managing the second half of a 3-1 win at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
ATLUTD undone by two-minute second-half swing at NYCFC
Atlanta United found a first-half response in the Bronx, then lost control after halftime as NYCFC turned a level match into a 3-1 result.
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ATLUTD2 holds off NYCFC II for historic 10th win
Atlanta United 2 controlled most of Sunday’s match before holding off NYCFC II for a 3-2 victory and the first 10-win season in club history.
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Atlanta United 2 Cannot Complete Comeback Against Red Bulls II
Atlanta United 2 cut a two-goal deficit in half and forced Austin Causey to make six saves, but Red Bull New York II held on for a 2-1 win.
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Better, but Still Not Enough: Atlanta United Falls 1-0 at Nashville
Tomás Jacob and Enea Mihaj helped hold Nashville in check for most of the night, while Lucas Hoyos kept Atlanta alive late. At the other end, Atlanta once again failed to turn promising positions into goals.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-1 Nashville
Atlanta competed with the league leaders and stayed within reach throughout the night, but the attack again failed to turn its possession and promising positions into a goal.
Atlanta United 0–2 Nashville: It Held Until It Didn’t
Atlanta showed a clear plan and executed it early, but once the second half demanded faster decisions and tighter spacing, the team broke into individual actions and never recovered.
New England 2 items
ATLUTD Outclassed by New England’s Collective
Atlanta’s only goal came after Togashi gave its two Designated Players someone to combine with, underlining the absence of a top-level striker.
Player Impressions: New England 4-1 ATLUTD
Atlanta’s attacking stars continued trying to create without a striker, but an overrun midfield and disorganized defense allowed New England to pull the Five Stripes apart.
New England Revolution 1 items
Five Minutes Undid All the Hardwork in Atlanta's 2-1 loss to New England
Atlanta United dictated the match through movement and pressure, creating chances and limiting New England to isolated moments. Then two plays changed everything.
New York Red Bulls 3 items
Muyumba, Picault Lift Atlanta United Past Red Bull New York
Tristan Muyumba answered a painful first-half miss with a top-class equalizer, and Fafà Picault headed in the winner as Atlanta finally held onto a late lead
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-1 Red Bulls
Atlanta was under pressure early and again late, but Gill controlled more of the midfield as the match developed, Muyumba produced a brilliant equalizer and Almirón drove the attack through another exhausting night.
Opening Night: ATLUTD 1 Red Bulls 2
Atlanta United’s first MLS match had the noise, the colors, the ambition, and for 74 minutes, the lead.
Orlando City 5 items
ATLUTD shell-shocked from a 4-1 pummeling by Orlando
Atlanta United spent the opening half chasing runners, clearing emergencies, and conceding goals as Orlando City ripped apart a rotated defensive setup before halftime.
Player Impressions: Atlanta United 1-1 Orlando City
Jay Fortune controlled the game for long stretches while Atlanta fought back through chaos, transitions, and late pressure in Orlando.
Orlando City B Punishes ATLUTD2 in Key Moments, Orlando 2-0
Atlanta carried stretches of play around Orlando’s penalty area, but the visitors repeatedly blocked shooting lanes and prevented sustained pressure in front of goal.
ATLUTD Says Goodbye To Bobby Dodd With A Late Equalizer
On a sunny July afternoon at Bobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta United played its final match at its temporary home.
A New Voice in Goal as a late strike steals a win in Orlando
Atlanta made the midseason goalkeeper switch. In Orlando, Guzan showed why.
Philadelphia 2 items
Atlanta's Defiant Night Collapses in 71 Seconds
Atlanta spent more than an hour doing the nearly impossible, then lost everything in 70 seconds.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-3 Philadelphia
Atlanta United played more than an hour with 10 men, built a two-goal lead and nearly survived before Philadelphia scored twice in stoppage time.
Philadelphia Union 2 items
Atlanta United defeat the Union 3-1
Almirón records three assists as Atlanta earns its first win of 2026
Mears Rescues Atlanta with a Stoppage-Time Header
Yamil Asad pulled one back before halftime, then Tyrone Mears scored his first goal of the season to secure a 2-2 draw at Talen Energy Stadium.
Philadelphia Union II 1 items
ATLUTD2 Let Lead Slip Away in Chester
ATLUTD2 finished with 15 shots, seven on target, and 10 corners, but Philadelphia Union II made its second-half chances count in a 2-1 win.
Player 15 items
Gordon Wild in Büderich
From Mainz to Maryland to MLS, Gordon Wild now plays at Am Eisenbrand in a local club environment outside Düsseldorf.
Romario Williams signs for Birmingham Legion FC
Birmingham address penalty-box finishing with a striker who converts wide service into first-contact shots.
ATLUTD loans Matías Galarza
Atlanta United Signs Matías Galarza to Anchor Midfield
Lagos Kunga signs for Portland Hearts of Pine
Lagos Kunga was the most dangerous 1v1 threat in USL League One before an ACL tear paused his career. He joins a Portland Hearts of Pine which has championship expectations
ATLUTD signs Sérgio Santos
Atlanta United signs Fafà Picault
ATLUTD add a proven MLS wide runner who stretches high lines, rotates across both flanks, and brings defined wing actions without requiring structural change.
Jamal Thiaré signs with Columbus Crew
After two and a half seasons and several defining moments in Atlanta, Thiaré moves on as the club reallocates resources elsewhere.
Alex Tambakis signs for FC Tulsa
Atlanta United’s first-ever signing continues his USL career in Tulsa, joining a club that leaned heavily on defensive organization in 2025.
Nyk Sessock signs for Las Vegas Lights FC
The former Atlanta United and Inter Miami II defender arrives in Las Vegas on a contract through 2026 with a club option for 2027.
ATLUTD2 signs Mo Cisset
The 21-year-old defender arrives after a full professional season with North Texas SC and Olympic experience with Mali’s U23s.
ATLUTD2 signs Matthew Senanou
A 6-foot-4 center back with MLS NEXT Pro experience and a completed collegiate development cycle joins Atlanta’s back line
Javier Armas transfers to Fort Wayne FC
After developing with ATLUTD2, Armas continues his professional pathway with Fort Wayne FC ahead of the 2026 season
Bryce Washington signs for Birmingham Legion
A two-year starter in the USL Championship, Washington arrives as Birmingham rebuilds its back line following a last-place finish in the East
Pity Martínez Completes Transfer to Tigre
Pity Martínez joins Club Atlético Tigre after leaving River Plate on a free transfer, beginning a new stage in Argentina’s top flight.
Manuel Castro transfers to Juventude
Announcing himself in style
Player Impressions 8 items
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-1 Minnesota
Atlanta's positional freedom created two unlikely goalscorers, but Hoyos made sure they stood up.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-1 Red Bulls
Atlanta was under pressure early and again late, but Gill controlled more of the midfield as the match developed, Muyumba produced a brilliant equalizer and Almirón drove the attack through another exhausting night.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-3 Philadelphia
Atlanta United played more than an hour with 10 men, built a two-goal lead and nearly survived before Philadelphia scored twice in stoppage time.
Player Impressions: New England 4-1 ATLUTD
Atlanta’s attacking stars continued trying to create without a striker, but an overrun midfield and disorganized defense allowed New England to pull the Five Stripes apart.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-1 Nashville
Atlanta competed with the league leaders and stayed within reach throughout the night, but the attack again failed to turn its possession and promising positions into a goal.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 0-2 Columbus Crew
Atlanta had scattered moments of pressure, but Columbus controlled the middle, punished the gaps, and never looked especially uncomfortable.
Player Impressions: Atlanta United 1-1 Orlando City
Jay Fortune controlled the game for long stretches while Atlanta fought back through chaos, transitions, and late pressure in Orlando.
Player Impressions: ATLUTD 2-2 Charlotte
After being badly outplayed in the first half, Atlanta responded through Báez and Almirón while Hoyos repeatedly denied Charlotte during a frantic second-half recovery.
Players 22 items
Stepping Up: George Campbell’s Trial by Fire in the Championship
A long-range thunderbolt at Bramall Lane sparked a 10-match unbeaten run and won Goal of the Season. But George Campbell's true impact for West Brom was stabilizing a back line under intense pressure.
Atlanta's $22 Million Problem
Atlanta can survive a striker in poor form. This is something else.
Project ACL Expands to the NWSL
As Project ACL expands to include the NWSL and Women’s Super League, the focus shifts toward match congestion, recovery windows, and the workload decisions clubs control.
Chris McCann at Salford City
The former Atlanta United midfielder now operates at the final academy step before League Two competition.
Atlanta United signs Elías Báez
The signing adds a defensively focused left back as Atlanta continues to reshape its roster ahead of the 2026 season.
Tyrone Mears: From Fullback to President of Soccer
A career built on adaptation and trust, from Europe to MLS Cup to the job of building a club
Alan Carleton Signs with Sandvikens IF
Arriving during the quiet months before spring football returns, Alan Carleton joins Sandvikens IF on a three-year deal and begins his first professional chapter outside the United States.
ATLUTD signs Adrian Gill
Atlanta United adds 20-year-old midfielder Adrian Gill from FC Barcelona, using a supplemental roster spot to manage his return from a long-term injury.
Leo Afsonso signs for Rhode Island FC
After an uneven attacking season, Rhode Island FC add a wide forward whose profile points toward repeatable chance generation rather than isolated moments.
Edwin Mosquera transfers to Santa Fe
A Fresh Start in the High-Altitude Heart of Bogotá
Miguel Berry signs for Charleston Battery
Strategic veteran addition brings MLS championship pedigree to the Lowcountry
Jake Mulraney signs for Shamrock Rovers
Jake Mulraney is officially a Hoop, the flagship club of Irish football.
The King Across the Border: Josef Martínez signs with Xolos
Josef Martínez’s move to Club Tijuana isn't just a transfer; it's the closing of a chapter for North American soccer history.
Ronan Wynne signs for Auckland FC
After a season in the Atlanta United system, Ronan Wynne joins Auckland FC as the club continues to shape its early identity
Emerson Hyndman - Leaving Early, Lasting Longer
A professional life shaped by adjustment, pressure, and persistence.
Bartosz Slisz signs for Brøndby IF
Atlanta United sell one of their more reliable contributors as Slisz returns to Europe in a World Cup year.
Five Stripes together again in Uruguay
From Atlanta’s expansion chaos to Uruguay’s oldest pressure club, a familiar pair finds itself together again.
Atlanta United Signs Tomás Jacob
Adam Jahn: A Career Between Leagues - and Beyond the Game
Tracing Adam Jahn’s career across MLS and the USL Championship - and how those experiences shaped life beyond the field.
Atlanta United Signs Lucas Hoyos - Risk, Recovery, and a Clear Break from the Past
Experience, uncertainty, and a goalkeeper who changes the terms of play
Andrew Carleton: A Retrospective on Atlanta United’s First Homegrown Player
Tracing the career of Atlanta United’s first Homegrown signing through MLS, USL, NISA, and international football.
Tristan Trager: From the Air Force Academy to the USL and Back
Tristan Trager returns to the US Air Force
Portland Timbers 1 items
Gressel's first MLS goal gives Atlanta a point in Portland
Julian Gressel scored his first MLS goal, Alec Kann made the save that protected the point, and Atlanta United left Portland feeling it had earned more than a draw.
Real Salt Lake 2 items
Atlanta United off to the worst start in franchise history
Atlanta showed signs of attacking progress at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, but another night of defensive mistakes produced the worst start in club history.
Atlanta United Ends Road Stretch with 3-1 Win at Real Salt Lake
ATLUTD finished its four-match road stretch with a 3-1 win over Real Salt Lake, capped by Brandon Vázquez’s first MLS goal in stoppage time.
Retired 6 items
Derrick Williams Has Hung Up the Boots
Derrick Williams was not in Atlanta long, but his short stay with the Five Stripes belonged to a much longer professional career
Chris McCann at Salford City
The former Atlanta United midfielder now operates at the final academy step before League Two competition.
Tyrone Mears: From Fullback to President of Soccer
A career built on adaptation and trust, from Europe to MLS Cup to the job of building a club
Emerson Hyndman - Leaving Early, Lasting Longer
A professional life shaped by adjustment, pressure, and persistence.
Adam Jahn: A Career Between Leagues - and Beyond the Game
Tracing Adam Jahn’s career across MLS and the USL Championship - and how those experiences shaped life beyond the field.
Tristan Trager: From the Air Force Academy to the USL and Back
Tristan Trager returns to the US Air Force
San Diego Earthquakes 1 items
San Jose's Directness Exposes Atlanta's Fragile Structure
Atlanta United completed more passes and held more possession, but San Jose created the better chances and punished a buildup that repeatedly invited pressure.
San Jose Earthquakes 1 items
Fireworks at Bobby Dodd in a 4-2 thriller
San Jose scored early and finished with nine men, but Atlanta’s attack took over after halftime in a Fourth of July comeback at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Seattle Sounders 2 items
Atlanta United Take a Point from Seattle
Atlanta United never fully found its attacking rhythm, but a composed defensive performance was enough to leave Seattle with a 0-0 draw.
ATLUTD Tops Seattle in Carolina Challenge Cup
Josef Martínez scores twice as Atlanta United builds a four-goal lead and holds off Seattle in Charleston.
Signing 9 items
Atlanta United 2 Signs Brazilian Striker Caio Assis
Assis scored 15 goals in 23 youth appearances and arrives without an upfront transfer fee as ATLUTD2 invests in another young No. 9.
ATLUTD2 Signs Academy Midfielder Andrew Jardines
Jardines moved from Atlanta's U-18 team into the ATLUTD2 midfield, recording one goal and two assists through his first 14 professional appearances.
Atlanta United signs Defensive Midfielder Mauricio Amaro
Atlanta United has signed young Uruguayan defensive midfielder Mauricio Amaro from Defensor Sporting.
Atlanta United adds Paulo Díaz as defensive rebuild continues
ATLUTD added another veteran defender, signing Chile international Paulo Díaz from River Plate as the club continues reshaping a back line that has changed quickly during the summer window.
Atlanta United Signs Paraguayan Defender Júnior Alonso
Atlanta United has added experience to its defense, signing Paraguayan center back Júnior Alonso from Atlético Mineiro.
ATLUTD signs Sérgio Santos
Atlanta United signs Fafà Picault
ATLUTD add a proven MLS wide runner who stretches high lines, rotates across both flanks, and brings defined wing actions without requiring structural change.
Atlanta United Signs Tomás Jacob
Atlanta United Signs Lucas Hoyos - Risk, Recovery, and a Clear Break from the Past
Experience, uncertainty, and a goalkeeper who changes the terms of play
Site News 1 items
'ATLUTD VIPs' becomes 'VIPs of Atlanta Soccer'
A New Name for a Growing Game
South Africa 1 items
Czechia's early lead fades into a costly draw with South Africa
Czechia scored early, South Africa struggled to turn possession into clean chances, and a late penalty left both teams alive but unconvincing.
Spain 1 items
Cape Verde turns World Cup debut into statement against Spain
Cape Verde’s first World Cup match brought 90 minutes of pressure, seven saves from Vozinha, and a point few expected against Spain.
Sporting KC 2 items
Atlanta United tests Latte Lath on the right in a friendly with Sporting KC
One friendly does not redefine Latte Lath’s role, but it did suggest Atlanta may be reconsidering whether his best fit is through the middle
Peterson Steals a Point in Kansas City
Jacob Peterson scored against his former club in stoppage time, giving Atlanta United a late road point against Sporting KC.
Staff 3 items
Mauricio Culebro Starts With Restraint
Culebro’s first test is whether patience, collaboration, and assessment can move fast enough for a club that needs answers now.
ATLUTD Academy Veteran Ricky Davey Named Head Coach of Dothan United
Dothan United has appointed former Atlanta United academy coach Ricky Davey as its new head coach, adding another alumnus of the club’s development system to the national coaching landscape.
David Tenney departs Atlanta United for Real Salt Lake
Toronto 2 items
Atlanta score twice but spend the second half defending waves of pressure in the 2-1 win
Moments of structure produced goals, but midfield gaps and turnovers handed momentum to Toronto.
Atlanta United Earns Hard-Fought Point in 2-2 Draw at Toronto FC
ATLUTD led, fell behind, and responded through Tito Villalba before spending the final stages of the match down a man. Against a Toronto FC side that controlled much of the attacking play, the Five Stripes left BMO Field with a resilient 2-2 draw.
Toronto II 1 items
Chica, Ransom Carry ATLUTD2 Past Toronto II
Daniel Chica scored from a Chong Qui throw-in, and Jonathan Ransom protected the lead with a goal-line double-save.
Transfer 32 items
Not Every Bet is a Winner: Atlanta Loans Latte Lath to Union Berlin
Atlanta United has loaned Emmanuel Latte Lath to Union Berlin after its largest investment in a player produced nine goals across 44 MLS appearances
ATLUTD Transfers Pedro Amador to Hapoel Be'er Sheva on a Free
Pedro Amador has completed his move to Hapoel Be'er Sheva, ending his time with Atlanta United after 53 appearances across all competitions
Pedro Amador Nearing Move to Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Pedro Amador could leave Atlanta United before the end of his contract, with multiple reports in Israel saying a move to Hapoel Be'er Sheva is close.
ATLUTD2 transfers Moisés Tablante to Lusitânia FC
Tablante leaves ATLUTD2 with 42 appearances, five goals and two assists as he joins Lusitânia de Lourosa through June 2028.
Signed, Loaned, Returned: Edwin Mosquera Is on the Move Again
Six months after joining Santa Fe on a four-year contract, the former Atlanta United winger is headed to Universidad Central de Venezuela on an 18-month loan.
Former Atlanta United Striker Giorgos Giakoumakis leaves Cruz Azul for Al Ain
Giorgos Giakoumakis returns from an injury-disrupted loan in Greece and leaves Cruz Azul in a reported $6 million sale that could carry financial implications for Atlanta United
Former Atlanta United Defender Alan Franco Leaves São Paulo for Tigres
Alan Franco appeared settled at São Paulo, earning individual recognition, winning two trophies and signing through 2028. His sudden loan to Tigres is rooted in a deteriorating relationship behind the scenes
Saba Time Ends In Atlanta
Atlanta United gets allocation money, Real Salt Lake gets a veteran winger, and Saba Lobjanidze gets a new place to rediscover his form.
Romario Williams signs for Birmingham Legion FC
Birmingham address penalty-box finishing with a striker who converts wide service into first-contact shots.
ATLUTD loans Matías Galarza
Atlanta United Signs Matías Galarza to Anchor Midfield
Lagos Kunga signs for Portland Hearts of Pine
Lagos Kunga was the most dangerous 1v1 threat in USL League One before an ACL tear paused his career. He joins a Portland Hearts of Pine which has championship expectations
Atlanta United signs Elías Báez
The signing adds a defensively focused left back as Atlanta continues to reshape its roster ahead of the 2026 season.
Jamal Thiaré signs with Columbus Crew
After two and a half seasons and several defining moments in Atlanta, Thiaré moves on as the club reallocates resources elsewhere.
Alex Tambakis signs for FC Tulsa
Atlanta United’s first-ever signing continues his USL career in Tulsa, joining a club that leaned heavily on defensive organization in 2025.
Nyk Sessock signs for Las Vegas Lights FC
The former Atlanta United and Inter Miami II defender arrives in Las Vegas on a contract through 2026 with a club option for 2027.
ATLUTD2 signs Mo Cisset
The 21-year-old defender arrives after a full professional season with North Texas SC and Olympic experience with Mali’s U23s.
ATLUTD2 signs Matthew Senanou
A 6-foot-4 center back with MLS NEXT Pro experience and a completed collegiate development cycle joins Atlanta’s back line
Javier Armas transfers to Fort Wayne FC
After developing with ATLUTD2, Armas continues his professional pathway with Fort Wayne FC ahead of the 2026 season
Bryce Washington signs for Birmingham Legion
A two-year starter in the USL Championship, Washington arrives as Birmingham rebuilds its back line following a last-place finish in the East
Alan Carleton Signs with Sandvikens IF
Arriving during the quiet months before spring football returns, Alan Carleton joins Sandvikens IF on a three-year deal and begins his first professional chapter outside the United States.
ATLUTD signs Adrian Gill
Atlanta United adds 20-year-old midfielder Adrian Gill from FC Barcelona, using a supplemental roster spot to manage his return from a long-term injury.
Pity Martínez Completes Transfer to Tigre
Pity Martínez joins Club Atlético Tigre after leaving River Plate on a free transfer, beginning a new stage in Argentina’s top flight.
Manuel Castro transfers to Juventude
Announcing himself in style
Leo Afsonso signs for Rhode Island FC
After an uneven attacking season, Rhode Island FC add a wide forward whose profile points toward repeatable chance generation rather than isolated moments.
Edwin Mosquera transfers to Santa Fe
A Fresh Start in the High-Altitude Heart of Bogotá
Miguel Berry signs for Charleston Battery
Strategic veteran addition brings MLS championship pedigree to the Lowcountry
Jake Mulraney signs for Shamrock Rovers
Jake Mulraney is officially a Hoop, the flagship club of Irish football.
The King Across the Border: Josef Martínez signs with Xolos
Josef Martínez’s move to Club Tijuana isn't just a transfer; it's the closing of a chapter for North American soccer history.
Ronan Wynne signs for Auckland FC
After a season in the Atlanta United system, Ronan Wynne joins Auckland FC as the club continues to shape its early identity
Bartosz Slisz signs for Brøndby IF
Atlanta United sell one of their more reliable contributors as Slisz returns to Europe in a World Cup year.
Andrew Carleton: A Retrospective on Atlanta United’s First Homegrown Player
Tracing the career of Atlanta United’s first Homegrown signing through MLS, USL, NISA, and international football.
ATLUTD signs Brad Guzan
Brad Guzan will not arrive until the summer, but Atlanta United has secured a goalkeeper with World Cup, Premier League, and MLS experience.
USMNT 1 items
Miles Robinson returns to Atlanta with his World Cup place still on the line
The final U.S. camp before the World Cup roster brings Robinson back to Mercedes-Benz Stadium with the centerback position still unsettled
Uzbekistan 1 items
Wissa Double Sends Congo DR Through past Uzbekistan
Eldor Shomurodov gave Uzbekistan the lead, but Yoane Wissa and Fiston Mayele powered Congo DR’s second-half comeback.
Vancouver Whitecaps 1 items
ATLUTD starts fast, fades in 3-1 loss at Vancouver
Atlanta United struck first through Greg Garza in the sixth minute, then gave up three unanswered goals in a 3-1 road loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC at BC Place.
World Cup 9 items
After falling behind, Argentina rose to see off England
This was Atlanta’s eighth and final match of the tournament, ending the city’s run as a World Cup host with a semifinal between two historically significant national teams.
Egypt Had Argentina Beaten, Until It Didn’t
Egypt played like a quarterfinalist for most of the afternoon in Atlanta. Argentina looked rattled, then found three late goals and left Egypt with the pain of a 3-2 collapse.
Kane Saves England from DR Congo
Congo pushed England to the edge, but Harry Kane’s late brilliance sent Thomas Tuchel’s team into a last-16 meeting with Mexico.
Wissa Double Sends Congo DR Through past Uzbekistan
Eldor Shomurodov gave Uzbekistan the lead, but Yoane Wissa and Fiston Mayele powered Congo DR’s second-half comeback.
Haiti made Atlanta shake, even as Morocco moved on
Haiti’s World Cup ended in Atlanta, but the night did not feel like an ending.
Spain Looks Like Spain Again
After the Cape Verde draw, Spain needed a response. It got one in Atlanta, scoring three times in the first 24 minutes and turning Saudi Arabia into a tournament reset.
Czechia's early lead fades into a costly draw with South Africa
Czechia scored early, South Africa struggled to turn possession into clean chances, and a late penalty left both teams alive but unconvincing.
Cape Verde turns World Cup debut into statement against Spain
Cape Verde’s first World Cup match brought 90 minutes of pressure, seven saves from Vozinha, and a point few expected against Spain.
Miles Robinson returns to Atlanta with his World Cup place still on the line
The final U.S. camp before the World Cup roster brings Robinson back to Mercedes-Benz Stadium with the centerback position still unsettled