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News Articles: Atlanta United

Atlanta United Owner Arthur Blank stopped by the Georgia Capitol on Thursday to thank lawmakers and fans across Georgia for their support of the teams Major League Soccer championship.

Lawmakers Celebrate Atlanta United Win And Support New License Plate

Atlanta United Owner Arthur Blank stopped by the Georgia Capitol on Thursday to thank lawmakers and fans across Georgia for their support of the teams...

February 28, 2019
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By:
  • Donna Lowry

Atlanta United Loses First Leg Against Herediano 3-1 In Costa Rica

Atlanta United lost their first game in the CONCACAF Champions League tournament in Costa Rica on Thursday by a score of 3 to 1 against Herediano....

February 22, 2019
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By:
  • Taylor Gantt
The Five Stripes face off in Costa Rica against home team, C.S. Herediano, Thursday.

Atlanta United Makes International Debut At CONCACAF

Atlanta United plays its first game in an international tournament Thursday. The CONCACAF Champions League pits top ranked teams in North America,...

February 21, 2019
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington ,
  • Jon Nelson ,
  • and 1 more
February's Super Bowl LIII  and the 2020 NCAA Men's Final Four will also be played in the city.

Sporting Events Bring Major Economic Impact To Atlanta

The city of Atlanta has hosted several major sporting events since the opening of Mercedes-Benz Stadium last year. The city could also host the MLS Cup...

February 01, 2019
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington
Almiron (right) poses with teammates Josef Martinez (left) and Tito Villalba (center) after Atlanta United's MLS Cup win in December

Atlanta United Set To Transfer Miguel Almiron For MLS Record Fee

Atlanta United fans are saying goodbye to one of the team's most beloved players, Miguel Almiron. The 24 year old from Paraguay is reportedly being...

January 30, 2019
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By:
  • Taylor Gantt and
  • Sophia Saliby
de Boer (center) met team owner's Arthur Blank (second from right) at a press conference Monday..

Atlanta United's New Head Coach Joins Team For Preseason

Atlanta United’s new head coach says he’s eager to start working with the MLS Cup-winning soccer team.

January 14, 2019
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By:
  • Sophia Saliby
Pat Calvert was among the thousands of Atlantans who celebrated the soccer team's win Monday.

'What A Team We Have': Atlantans Revel In Soccer Win

On Monday, the City of Atlanta held its first sports championship victory parade since 1995 when the Braves won the World Series. Atlanta United won the...

December 11, 2018
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Sophia Saliby
The Atlanta United celebrate their MLS Cup victor in front of team owner Arhtur Blank.

Atlanta Celebrates United's MLS Championship With Victory Parade

A cold and drizzly Monday morning did little to keep thousands of Atlanta United fans from flocking downtown to celebrate the team's Major League Soccer...

December 10, 2018
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By:
  • Ross Terrell

Atlanta United Wins MLS Cup, Ending The City's 23 Year Championship Drought

It’s been 23 years since a professional sports team from Atlanta won a championship. Thanks to Atlanta United, the wait is finally over. Atlanta United...

December 09, 2018
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By:
  • Taylor Gantt
Josef Martinez laughs with Atlanta United President Darren Eales after receivng the MVP trophy.

Atlanta United's Josef Martinez Named Major League Soccer's MVP

Major League Soccer named the Atlanta United's Josef Martinez the league’s Most Valuable player Wednesday.

December 05, 2018
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By:
  • Ross Terrell

GPB Midday Headlines For Friday Nov. 30, 2018

Georgia Democratic Party Files Suit Over Run Off Absentee Ballots Georgia Businesses Pay Almost $90m In Tariffs Atlanta United To Play For MLS Championship

November 30, 2018
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By:
  • Drew Dawson

Atlanta United FC, SEC Championship Make For A Big Week In Georgia Sports

Atlanta United is heading to the MLS Cup Final on Dec. 8, and this weekend marks the SEC Championship between Georgia and Alabama. GPB reporter Ross...

November 30, 2018
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By:
  • Leighton Rowell and
  • Virginia Prescott

Pig Skins And Podcasts: Jon Nelson On 'Football Fridays In Georgia'

We're getting close to the high school football championships time, then College Bowl games and finally Super Bowl LIII right here in Atlanta. Whether...

November 16, 2018
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By:
  • Amy Kiley and
  • Virginia Prescott
Atlanta United FC defeated New York City FC 1-0 Nov. 4 at Yankee Stadium

Atlanta United's Tifos, Fans And Playoff Chances

Atlanta's pro soccer team hosts New York City Sunday Nov. 11 in the second leg of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the Audi 2018 MLS Cup Playoffs....

November 09, 2018
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Jon Nelson

The Guardian Newspaper's Atlanta Week Explores Music, Sports, Struggles Of The City

What makes a city special? Is it the towering architecture near your workplace? Is it the street corner where you catch the bus? How do you categorize...

October 26, 2018
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott and
  • Elena Rivera
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