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A double Latte: Atlanta United’s new center forward delivers in debut
Emmanuel Latte Lath. His name was primed for frothy chants and specially crafted calls when the goals arrived. And when Latte Lath scored not just once but twice in his debut Saturday night, Mike Conti delivered on the broadcast: “It’s a double latte!” he exclaimed after Latte Lath’s second go-ahead goal of the night. The […]
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Miguel Almirón ‘checks every box’ for what Atlanta United needs
Club president & CEO Garth Lagerwey noted the media’s professionalism at Friday’s press conference. Local reporters stifled applause and any emotional affection for the moment, until Lagerwey urged the question to the group: “Anyone want to do it?” Then, the applause erupted, led by Lagerwey along with chief soccer officer & sporting director Chris Henderson. Both were grinning […]
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Miguel Almirón feels ‘affection of the fans’ at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta is often the site of joyful reunions, people flying in and flying home, and Thursday night was no different. Dozens of Atlanta United supporters, equipped with signs, No. 10 jerseys and even custom posters, crowded the airport to welcome Miguel Almirón. Earlier the same day, Atlanta United announced Almirón’s return to […]
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Welcome back, Miggy: Miguel Almirón returns to Atlanta United
Atlanta, Miggy’s back. Atlanta United welcomed midfielder Miguel Almirón back to the club on a designated player deal through 2027 with an option for 2028, making official the highly anticipated homecoming of a key member of the club’s inaugural season and historic championship run in 2018. Almirón spent two seasons playing for Atlanta United from […]
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Olympic Stories: Team USA doctor shares experience, advice for soccer players competing internationally
For sports fans all over the globe, the Olympic Games provides the chance to watch the best athletes in the world compete for the highest stakes. And already, the 2024 Games in Paris has provided memorable moments for Americans. The men’s 4×100-meter freestyle relay team won the country’s first gold medal. Team USA, led by […]
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Jamal Thiaré scores sneaky game-winner to lift Atlanta United over Toronto FC
Atlanta United created magic Saturday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Seven minutes into second-half stoppage time, the 1-1 contest between Atlanta United and Toronto FC appeared to be on its final breaths. Atlanta had just made a last stand on a corner kick that Toronto goalkeeper Luka Gavran gathered up. As time ticked down, the Eastern […]
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AAPI Heritage Month: The man behind Atlanta United’s special edition scarf
Originally published on ATLUTD.com and MLSSoccer.com In the Chinese calendar, 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. The Year of the Dragon occurs once every 12 years and is often associated with positive traits such as prosperity, wisdom, and strength. To celebrate, the dragon is embedded in the design of Atlanta United’s featured scarf for […]
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The Pineda Standard: How Atlanta United’s new coach wants to compete at a high level
Originally published on ATLUTD.com The pause endures. The studio is dark except for a couple softbox fixtures illuminating the center of the room. A man sits alone on a stool chair that has a short backrest. Gonzalo Pineda looks calm, his fingers intertwined. He wears black training pants and a gray practice jersey that puts […]