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.
FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas on Good Day Atlanta
FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas on Good Day Atlanta
Ashanti to sing national anthem at MLS All-Star game, replacing T-Pain
Major League Soccer announced Wednesday that Grammy award winner Ashanti will perform the national anthem at the MLS All-Star game on August 1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Ashanti will replace two-time Grammy award winner and Atlanta United F.C. super fan, T-Pain, who was originally scheduled to perform but had to cancel due to the need for vocal rest, according to Major League...
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 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.
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.
Falcons, Atlanta United suspend affiliation with Papa John's
More bad news for Papa John's after reports founder John Schnatter used a racial slur. The franchise’s affiliation with the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United has been suspended.
Rapper releases new song for Atlanta United
Rapper Archie Eversole has released a new song for Atlanta United, and it's set to be released soon.
Atlanta United beats World Cup games in attendance
At a time when most of the soccer world is focused on the World Cup, Atlanta has something to brag about.
Burgers with Buck: Eleventh Street Pub in Midtown
The Eleventh Street Pub in Midtown is already a popular spot for watching soccer. With the Atlanta United thriving just down the street and the World Cup happening on the other side of the world, soccer fans tend to gather there to enjoy each other’s company, hoist a beverage, and now eat a burger rebranded to represent the game the rest of the world calls futbol.
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.
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 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.
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
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.
Soccer legends praise Atlanta's support for the sport
It only took one season for Atlanta United to become the most talked-about soccer team in the United States. And two of the biggest names in American soccer history say the city’s reaction to having its own soccer team has been both surprising – and extremely special.
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.
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.
Ezequiel Barco joins Atlanta United in Orlando for practice
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.