Atlanta United routs New York Red Bulls 3-0 in East final
ATLANTA (AP) - After the final whistle blew, the Atlanta players lingered in the middle of the pitch, doling out hugs and soaking up the cheers of more than 70,000 fans. Everyone knew this was a huge step toward the MLS Cup. Everyone knew how much this meant to a city that has known so much sporting heartbreak.
ATLANTA (AP) - After the final whistle blew, the Atlanta players lingered in the middle of the pitch, doling out hugs and soaking up the cheers of more than 70,000 fans. Everyone knew this was a huge step toward the MLS Cup. Everyone knew how much this meant to a city that has known so much sporting heartbreak.
Atlanta United's head coach Gerardo Martino named coach of the year
Atlanta United head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino has been named the 2018 MLS Coach of the Year, Major League Soccer announced on Tuesday.
Atlanta United head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino has been named the 2018 MLS Coach of the Year, Major League Soccer announced on Tuesday.
Martinez scores twice, Atlanta United beats NYCFC 3-1
ATLANTA (AP) - Josef Martinez scored two goals and Atlanta United won the first playoff series in franchise history, knocking off New York City FC 3-1 in the second leg of the Eastern Conference semifinals Sunday.
ATLANTA (AP) - Josef Martinez scored two goals and Atlanta United won the first playoff series in franchise history, knocking off New York City FC 3-1 in the second leg of the Eastern Conference semifinals Sunday.
Atlanta United head coach Tata Martino leaving after this season
Atlanta United head coach Tata Martino will leave the club after this season, the team announced Tuesday morning.
Atlanta United head coach Tata Martino will leave the club after this season, the team announced Tuesday morning.
16-year-old Bello scores, Atlanta tops New England
ATLANTA (AP) - Sixteen-year-old George Bello scored his first professional goal and Atlanta United stayed in front of the Supporters' Shield race with a 2-1 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday. Bello opened the scoring in the 17th minute, settling Leandro Gonzalez Pirez's pass along the left wing and finishing with a low, hard left-footed shot. Bello became the...
ATLANTA (AP) - Sixteen-year-old George Bello scored his first professional goal and Atlanta United stayed in front of the Supporters' Shield race with a 2-1 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday. Bello opened the scoring in the 17th minute, settling Leandro Gonzalez Pirez's pass along the left wing and finishing with a low, hard left-footed shot. Bello became the...
Could Atlanta United clinch Supporters' Shield?
A victory in New York for Atlanta United would pretty much clinch the Supporters' Shield meaning the best record in Major League Soccer.
A victory in New York for Atlanta United would pretty much clinch the Supporters' Shield meaning the best record in Major League Soccer.
Martinez scores two more in Atlanta United win
WASHINGTON (AP) - Wayne Rooney scored his first MLS goal to help D.C. United beat the Colorado Rapids 2-1 on Saturday night. United (4-9-5), who won for just the second time since May 19, took a 2-1 lead on an own goal in the 90th minute when Ulises Segura's cross deflected off Colorado's Niki Jackson into the net.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Wayne Rooney scored his first MLS goal to help D.C. United beat the Colorado Rapids 2-1 on Saturday night. United (4-9-5), who won for just the second time since May 19, took a 2-1 lead on an own goal in the 90th minute when Ulises Segura's cross deflected off Colorado's Niki Jackson into the net.
FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas on Good Day Atlanta
FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas on Good Day Atlanta
FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas on Good Day Atlanta
Atlanta's Martinez sets MLS record with 6th career hat trick
ATLANTA (AP) - Josef Martinez set an MLS record with his sixth career hat trick and Atlanta United rallied to beat D.C. United 3-1 on Saturday. Martinez has a league-leading 22 goals in 22 appearances this season. With 12 game left, he's on pace to break the MLS season record of 27 held by Roy Lassiter, Chris Wondolowski and Bradley Wright-Phillips.
ATLANTA (AP) - Josef Martinez set an MLS record with his sixth career hat trick and Atlanta United rallied to beat D.C. United 3-1 on Saturday. Martinez has a league-leading 22 goals in 22 appearances this season. With 12 game left, he's on pace to break the MLS season record of 27 held by Roy Lassiter, Chris Wondolowski and Bradley Wright-Phillips.
Atlanta United draws with Seattle, sets attendance record
After tens of thousands of fans came to Mercedes Benz Stadium to watch the finale of the World Cup, thousands more packed the stadium to set another MLS attendance record.
After tens of thousands of fans came to Mercedes Benz Stadium to watch the finale of the World Cup, thousands more packed the stadium to set another MLS attendance record.
Behind the scenes of 'tifo' making
It's a tradition that's long been part of soccer culture, and now the large-scale art projects are becoming memorable moments at Atlanta United home matches. It's called a "tifo," a word that comes from Italian, and it refers to the giant banners made by Five Stripes supporters, unfurled in the crowd before a game.
It's a tradition that's long been part of soccer culture, and now the large-scale art projects are becoming memorable moments at Atlanta United home matches. It's called a "tifo," a word that comes from Italian, and it refers to the giant banners made by Five Stripes supporters, unfurled in the crowd before a game.
Bunbury scores late PK, Revolution tie Atlanta United 1-1
Teal Bunbury scored on a penalty kick in the 88th minute as the New England Revolution tied Atlanta United 1-1 on Wednesday night.
Teal Bunbury scored on a penalty kick in the 88th minute as the New England Revolution tied Atlanta United 1-1 on Wednesday night.
Atlanta United's Martinez avoids major injury
Atlanta United head coach Tata Martino says he has a backup plan for star striker Josef Martinez' injury.
Atlanta United head coach Tata Martino says he has a backup plan for star striker Josef Martinez' injury.
Atlanta United star injured in training
Atlanta United star striker Josef Martinez left practice Wednesday with an apparent arm injury. The native of Venezuela walked off the practice field with his left arm in an air cast. The team has not given an update on the injury yet.
Atlanta United star striker Josef Martinez left practice Wednesday with an apparent arm injury. The native of Venezuela walked off the practice field with his left arm in an air cast. The team has not given an update on the injury yet.
Rumored new member of Five Stripes arrives in Atlanta
Atlanta United supporters are proving themselves as dedicated fans -- and as able detectives. This was on full display
Atlanta United supporters are proving themselves as dedicated fans -- and as able detectives. This was on full display
5-year-old battling cancer hammers in Atlanta United's Golden Spike
Before every Atlanta United game, a special guest gets the chance to drive in the ceremonial Golden Spike. It's been hammered in by famous rappers, athletes, and more.
Before every Atlanta United game, a special guest gets the chance to drive in the ceremonial Golden Spike. It's been hammered in by famous rappers, athletes, and more.
Atlanta United impressed by another attendance record
Atlanta United defender Greg Garza says, if you're wondering why exactly pro soccer caught on so quickly in his new city, he's wondering the same thing.
Atlanta United defender Greg Garza says, if you're wondering why exactly pro soccer caught on so quickly in his new city, he's wondering the same thing.
FIFA World Cup Bid Evaluation team tours Atlanta
FIFA's Bid Evaluation Task Force visited Atlanta Wednesday to tour the city's soccer facilities. Atlanta is listed as a potential World Cup host city for the 2026 tournament by the United 2026 bid committee which is a joint venture between the US, Canada, and Mexico.
FIFA's Bid Evaluation Task Force visited Atlanta Wednesday to tour the city's soccer facilities. Atlanta is listed as a potential World Cup host city for the 2026 tournament by the United 2026 bid committee which is a joint venture between the US, Canada, and Mexico.
Ezequiel Barco joins Atlanta United in Orlando for practice
Can we get Atlanta United’s season started already?
Can we get Atlanta United’s season started already?
Atlanta United becoming team MLS fans 'love to hate'
As Atlanta United gets ready for their sophomore season, they know they'll have a target on their backs.
As Atlanta United gets ready for their sophomore season, they know they'll have a target on their backs.