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SDH coverage of Atlanta United


Fafa Picault Brings Speed, Purpose, and a Veteran’s Edge to Atlanta United
Atlanta United have signed veteran winger Fafa Picault, adding nine years of MLS experience, proven attacking production, and championship mentality to the squad. From his global club journey to his decision to represent Haiti with purpose and pride, Picault arrives in Atlanta as more than a wide threat. He is a player with speed, resilience, and a story supporters will connect with quickly.

Jason Longshore
Feb 175 min read


The Mind Behind the Match: Ronald Hernández, Adrian Gill, and the Grounding Forces That Carry Players Through
Mental health is becoming an essential conversation in soccer. In our conversations with Ronald Hernández and Adrian Gill, we heard how faith, family, community, and injury recovery shape the emotional side of the game, and why the mind behind the match matters as much as the body.
Madison Crews
Feb 135 min read


Ronan Wynne Returns to Auckland to Help Build Something New
Ronan Wynne’s return to Auckland is more than a homecoming. After a season with Atlanta United 2, he’s stepping into the work of building something new — helping shape a club’s identity, culture, and legacy from the very beginning.

Jason Longshore
Feb 125 min read


Atlanta United at 10: Remember That Cat? Atlanta’s Cult Legends
Jarrett Smith dives into the “remember that cat?” corner of Atlanta United history, celebrating the cult heroes who made the early years so memorable.
Jarrett Smith
Feb 126 min read


From Angola to Maine: Lagos Kunga’s Next Chapter Begins in Portland
Lagos Kunga’s move to Portland Hearts of Pine is the next step in a career shaped by resilience and reinvention. From Angola to Atlanta United’s academy, from a U 20 World Cup milestone to the grind of injury recovery, Kunga is now focused on one thing in Maine: returning to himself, one percent at a time.

Jason Longshore
Feb 114 min read


Ten Defining Homegrown Moments | Atlanta United at 10
Atlanta United’s Homegrowns have become essential to the club’s identity, delivering defining moments on big stages while inspiring the next generation across Georgia and the South. From unforgettable debuts to major breakthroughs and moves abroad, their journeys prove the academy pathway is real, and that the dream can start in Atlanta and lead anywhere.

Jason Longshore
Feb 106 min read


Ten Defining Goals | Atlanta United at 10
Atlanta United enters its 10th season in 2026, a milestone that invites reflection on the moments that built the club’s identity. Atlanta United at 10 begins with Ten Defining Goals, the strikes that shaped eras, trophies, and unforgettable nights.

Jason Longshore
Feb 96 min read


Atlanta United Will Be Paid in Full: Club Prevails Against Botafogo
Atlanta United has confirmed Botafogo will pay the full outstanding transfer fee, plus interest, for Thiago Almada’s 2024 move after the club prevailed in both FIFA Tribunal and CAS proceedings.

Jason Longshore
Feb 65 min read


Adrian Gill and the Discipline of the Collective
Adrian Gill arrived in Atlanta with a La Masia pedigree, but the deeper story is the philosophy beneath it. In his own words, Gill explains the team-first education, tactical intelligence, and resilience that Atlanta United is betting on as his next chapter begins.

Jason Longshore
Feb 64 min read


“You Can Count On Me. I’m Not Gonna Hide.”
Ronald Hernández isn’t defining 2026 through promises or noise. He’s defining it through trust, standards, and the responsibility of showing up.

Jason Longshore
Feb 55 min read


Elías Báez: Trusted, Tested, and Ready for Atlanta United
Atlanta United’s newest signing arrives with more than upside. Elías Báez brings years of top-flight experience, durability, and trust earned at San Lorenzo into the next chapter of his career.

Jason Longshore
Feb 34 min read


Understanding Before Results
Atlanta United’s preseason win over Lexington SC mattered less for the scoreline and more for what it revealed about how quickly Tata Martino’s ideas are being understood and applied. This analysis looks beyond the goals to examine structure, decision-making, and early signs of identity.

Jason Longshore
Feb 15 min read


Atlanta’s 2026 Responsibility, Through the Eyes of Brad Guzan
Brad Guzan’s new role offers a window into why 2026 matters for Atlanta soccer, as the city prepares to host the world and define its long-term responsibility.

Jason Longshore
Jan 294 min read


The Process Behind Atlanta United’s Signing of Adrian Gill, from La Masia to MLS
Atlanta United’s signing of Adrian Gill is not a headline move. It is the next step in a decade-long development path that began in Colorado, passed through UE Cornellà and FC Barcelona’s La Masia, and now continues in Major League Soccer. This is the story of how process, patience, and long-term planning brought Gill to Atlanta.

Jason Longshore
Jan 275 min read


From Soft to Nasty: Matt Edwards and the Defensive Identity Atlanta United Wants to Become
Matt Edwards reflects on aggression, mentality, and the defensive identity Atlanta United is building as the club resets for the 2026 season.

Jason Longshore
Jan 243 min read


Brad Guzan Is Not Leaving the Game as Atlanta and the World Cup Open a New Chapter
Brad Guzan reflects on life after playing in an extended interview on Atlanta Soccer Tonight. The longtime Atlanta United goalkeeper discusses retirement, Tata Martino, broadcasting, and how he plans to stay involved with the club and the game in the build-up to 2026.

Jason Longshore
Jan 214 min read


Beyond the Game: Greg Garza on Gratitude, Responsibility, and the Work That Lasts Longer Than Goals
Former U.S. international Greg Garza discusses gratitude, mentorship, and responsibility through his work with Beyond Goals Mentoring after his playing career.

Jason Longshore
Jan 184 min read


College Coaches Use Atlanta United Academy Showcase to Evaluate Top Uncommitted Talent
The Atlanta United Academy College Showcase gave college coaches a direct look at the top uncommitted players in the region, evaluated against their peers in a competitive setting. For programs like Georgia Gwinnett and Oglethorpe, the event provided clarity. Over full matches, coaches assessed how players handled pressure, adjusted to challenges, and compared within the same environment, information that directly informs recruiting decisions.

Jason Longshore
Jan 173 min read


A 2025 Resurgence Rewarded: Atlanta United Re-Signs Ronald Hernández
Availability. Adaptability. Professionalism. Those traits have defined Ronald Hernández’s time in Atlanta — and now they define his future, too. Fresh off his strongest MLS season and a return to the Venezuelan national team fold, Hernández has re-signed with Atlanta United through 2026, continuing a journey that began with “falling in love with the city” and has grown into something much deeper.

Jason Longshore
Jan 122 min read


A Two-Way Winger With Upside: Atlanta United’s Enzo Dovlo Explained
Atlanta United’s first-round SuperDraft pick Enzo Dovlo arrives with a profile built for the modern game. After a breakout season at UNC Greensboro with 10 goals and 8 assists, the winger combines 1-v-1 ability, improved finishing, and defensive work rate. With European academy roots and college-tested confidence, Dovlo steps into Atlanta’s pathway with clear upside and a step-by-step approach.

Jason Longshore
Dec 18, 20253 min read
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