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Managing editor & lead writer for Atlanta United | atlutd.com

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Starting XI and roster notes: Atlanta United kicks off road stretch at Red Bulls | Atlanta United FC Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. ET on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV

Can Atlanta United make it three wins in a row -- at a venue where they have never won?

Kickoff from Sports Illustrated Stadium shortly.

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31.05.2025 23:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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World Soccer Day: What the beautiful game has given soccer fans in Atlanta | Atlanta United FC May 25 is World Soccer Day

Happy World Soccer Day! 🌎 ⚽️

The beautiful game has given us so many wonderful moments. Here’s just a few, told by soccer fans in Atlanta.

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25.05.2025 20:58 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlanta United has launched a beautiful scarf to tribute AAPI month. This is the third year Atlanta has designed and promoted a scarf for the occasion.

Designed by local artist Sanithna Phansavanh, the scarf honors both Atlanta and his Laos heritage.

Read more: www.atlutd.com/news/behind-...

07.05.2025 14:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Starting XI and roster notes: Jamal ThiarΓ© earns the nod against Orlando City SC | Atlanta United FC Watch on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV

Jamal ThiarΓ© and Saba Lobjanidze appear in the starting XI for Atlanta United's match tonight in Orlando.

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26.04.2025 22:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ronny Deila and Co. deep diving into team performance ahead of Orlando City | Atlanta United FC Deila got into the nitty-gritty of his team’s function after training Thursday

"We've all seen what he brings to our group in terms of tenacity, determination, and willingness to put his body on the line."

With Latte Lath suspended for Saturday's match, Jamal ThiarΓ© is all but set to make the start for Atlanta United.

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24.04.2025 21:21 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€˜We have opportunities now’: Ronny Deila recaps Atlanta’s deadline-day trade | Atlanta United FC Atlanta United acquired up to $250,000 in GAM from St. Louis CITY SC

"This was an opportunity to put us in a place into the summer that we can do something.”

Atlanta United head coach Ronny Deila explains the club's deadline-day trade of Xande Silva.

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24.04.2025 21:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlanta United trades Xande Silva to St. Louis for $250,000 in General Allocation MoneyΒ  | Atlanta United FC The winger made two starts in seven appearances for Atlanta in 2025

Atlanta United ends up making a move at the transfer window deadline, trading Xande Silva to St. Louis CITY SC.

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24.04.2025 01:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Availability Report: Edwin Mosquera back for Philadelphia road trip | Atlanta United FC Atlanta United's winger is match fit for the first time in over a month

Atlanta United is nearing full health as the group gets back a dangerous winger for this upcoming road trip to Philly.

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18.04.2025 17:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Growing resilience, chemistry ahead of back-to-back road tests | Atlanta United FC The 5-Stripes travel to face Philadelphia Union Saturday, April 19

β€œOur style of play is not Ronny Deila’s style of play. It’s our style of play, Atlanta United’s style of play.”

Head coach Ronny Deila was spouting out good quotes today at media.

Here were a few:

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18.04.2025 01:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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GLORY FOR RORYΒ πŸ†

The wait is over. Rory McIlroy has finally won his first Masters β€” and completed a career grand slam in the process.

13.04.2025 23:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1529    πŸ” 177    πŸ’¬ 35    πŸ“Œ 45
A graphic highlighting Rory McIlroy's win at the Masters, giving him the career Grand Slam

A graphic highlighting Rory McIlroy's win at the Masters, giving him the career Grand Slam

RORY MCILROY HAS DONE IT‼️

He wins the Masters and becomes the sixth men's golfer to complete the career Grand Slam πŸ†

13.04.2025 23:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1048    πŸ” 139    πŸ’¬ 27    πŸ“Œ 50
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Starting XI and roster notes: Roof open for Atlanta United's homestand finaleΒ  | Atlanta United FC Kickoff is 2:30 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

The roof is open at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and both Alexey Miranchuk and Pedro Amador are in Atlanta United's starting XI.

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12.04.2025 18:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Matchday | ATLUTD.com What to expect on matchday including detailed timeline, things to do before kickoff and stadium entertainment

Happy matchday 17s! It's a glorious day for some soccer β˜€οΈ

Reminder that today's Atlanta United match kicks off early this afternoon and you'll want to be in your seats by 2:30 p.m. ET

Today's timeline: www.atlutd.com/matchday

12.04.2025 13:35 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Availability Report: Atlanta United readies for Saturday afternoon kick | Atlanta United FC Kickoff is 2:30 p.m. ET against New England Revolution

Pedro Amador is available for selection for Atlanta United’s match tomorrow.

Derrick Williams is still out.

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11.04.2025 21:41 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Coloring in the painting, and Thursday before the homestand finaleΒ  | Atlanta United FC Ronny Deila, Alexey Miranchuk met with media Thursday

β€œI have a painting in my head of how the game is going to be… That is constant, moving with these kinds of colors. In the end, it’s to get the team to be effective.”

The latest from Atlanta United training:

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10.04.2025 20:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Roof expected to be open for tonight's Atlanta United match | Atlanta United FC The club hosts FC Dallas for 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff

The roof at Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be OPEN tonight for Atlanta United's match against FC Dallas.

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05.04.2025 17:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Availability Report: ThiarΓ©, Muyumba return to fold for FC Dallas match | Atlanta United FC Atlanta United's Jamal ThiarΓ© and Tristan Muyumba were not listed as injured on Friday's availability report.

Ronny Deila was coy when asked this week if Miguel AlmirΓ³n will play more of a 10 role like he did in the second half of last week's comeback win.

With Alexey Miranchuk questionable for tonight's match, it seems like a good option.

Kickoff at 7:30 p.m.

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05.04.2025 14:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Load management and Thursday before match No. 2 of the homestand | Atlanta United FC Atlanta United hosts FC Dallas on Saturday, April 5

Atlanta United has that second half against NYCFC in mind as they prepare for FC Dallas and Lucho Acosta.

β€œWe were putting so much pressure on them in the last 20-30 minutes. We’re looking to keep that same energy.”

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03.04.2025 21:11 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlanta United's incredible rally kicks off homestand with a bang | Atlanta United FC Alexey Miranchuk, Miguel AlmirΓ³n scored their first goals of 2025

Anyone else still smiling over Atlanta United's incredible win last night? πŸ˜„

In case you didn't see it, here's what you missed.

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30.03.2025 14:40 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Starting XI & roster notes: Atlanta United hosts Ronny Deila's former club | Atlanta United FC Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

The first match of the homestand kicks off tonight for Atlanta United.

Starting XI and roster notes against NYCFC.

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29.03.2025 23:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Availability Report: Players ready after international duty | Atlanta United FC Atlanta United hosts New York City FC on Saturday, March 29

The team sheet for Atlanta United against New York City FC at home tomorrow.

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28.03.2025 19:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Thursday's training looks different, and a three-match homestand | Atlanta United FC Atlanta United hosts Ronny Deila’s former club Saturday, March 29

Thursday’s training looked a little different but still very competitive as Atlanta United heads into a three-match homestand.

πŸ—£οΈ β€œThe goal now is to get three wins in these home games.”

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27.03.2025 19:54 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Endurance | Rooted in the Stripes, Season 3 Episode 2
YouTube video by Atlanta United FC Endurance | Rooted in the Stripes, Season 3 Episode 2

Our incredibly talented video team released the latest episode of Rooted In The Stripes on YouTube.

This episode shows incredible access, from inside the locker room on matchday to driving home from a match with one of our players. Encourage to give it a watch!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S5G...

27.03.2025 14:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Will Reilly, Decatur’s finest, shines in first MLS startΒ  | Atlanta United FC Reilly had a historic debut for Atlanta United Saturday

At Cincinnati, Will Reilly finished with 11 possession regains, including eight interceptions, tied for most by any player in any match this season in MLS.

The Decatur product showed out in his debut for Atlanta United. ✨

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27.03.2025 01:16 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet Jose Hadathy, the designer behind Atlanta's host city poster for the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

As an artist with a huge love for soccer, Jose's intention was about bringing together people from all over the world to enjoy and learn more about our beautiful city.

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25.03.2025 15:58 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tristan Muyumba to miss three weeks with right leg injuries | Atlanta United FC The midfielder injured his right calf and knee in the first half against FC Cincinnati

Atlanta United midfielder Tristan Muyumba will be out three weeks with two leg injuries.

Not quite as bad as originally feared, but Muyumba's production will be missed.

www.atlutd.com/news/tristan...

25.03.2025 15:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlanta United gets gritty in road draw with FC Cincinnati | Atlanta United FC The 5-Stripes clawed back a late goal to earn points

Goals from Evander, Latte Lath and Atlanta United split points with FC Cincinnati on Saturday afternoon.

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22.03.2025 23:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Starting XI and roster notes: Will Reilly makes MLS debut for Atlanta United | Atlanta United FC The Homegrown midfielder will play in midfield for the 5-Stripes against FC Cincinnati

Will Reilly in the starting XI today for Atlanta United at FC Cincinnati.

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22.03.2025 17:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlanta United availability report: Ronald HernΓ‘ndez healthy, three Short-Term Agreements signed | Atlanta United FC The 5-Stripes will have some Atlanta United 2 players filling out the squad

With eight first team players away on international duty, Atlanta United has signed three 2s players to short-term agreements ahead of Saturday’s match in Cincinnati.

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21.03.2025 20:38 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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10 Atlanta United players called up for first FIFA window of calendar year | Atlanta United FC The international window runs March 17-25

The first FIFA international break of the year is here, running March 17-25.

Ten players from Atlanta United have been called up to their national teams.

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18.03.2025 15:26 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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