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The Official Atlanta United FC Thread
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WELCOME TO MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER!!!
Now that Atlanta United FC has started to sign players, I thought it was a good idea to get a thread going.
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Atlanta United today announced a key milestone in club history with the signing of its first player, 23-year-old goalkeeper Alexander Tambakis.
The 6’ 2” goalkeeper comes to Atlanta from Panathinaikos, one of the top clubs in the Greek Superleague. He will play the 2016 season on loan with Charleston Battery, Atlanta United’s newly announced USL affiliate, pending receipt of his International Transfer Certificate. Terms of the deal were not disclosed per MLS and club policy.
“This is an exciting day for our club as we officially begin building our roster,” said Atlanta United president Darren Eales. “Every spot on the roster is important as we seek to find a competitive edge. Our approach will be to find quality players that contribute to the squad at every level.”
Atlanta United recently announced a USL affiliation with Charleston Battery, allowing Atlanta United’s 2016 signings to have the option of playing on loan with the Battery ahead of the club’s inaugural 2017 season. Eales and Atlanta United technical director Carlos Bocanegra believe that thoughtful planning and depth of roster are the critical building blocks to creating a strong club from the ground up.
“Alex is a promising young player with solid tools and a big upside,” said Bocanegra. “He’s already had big game experience in Greece which is an advantage for a 23-year-old goalkeeper. We’re looking forward to his continued development at the Battery.”
Tambakis signed a professional contract with Panathinaikos in 2010 and was promoted to the first team squad in 2011. While there and on loan at Niki Volos he gained valuable international playing experience in a top European division.
SichtingLives wrote:life hack:
When a man heaves a live chainsaw towards you from distance, stand still. No one has good accuracy throwing a chainsaw.
ATL Boy wrote:This is what's gonna get me to start watching and following MLS.
LittleOzzy wrote:ATL Boy wrote:This is what's gonna get me to start watching and following MLS.
Hopefully it does, because it's always good to support local.
Always a good idea to watch this season for potential signings that Atlanta can make.
SichtingLives wrote:life hack:
When a man heaves a live chainsaw towards you from distance, stand still. No one has good accuracy throwing a chainsaw.
Jamaaliver wrote:I currently live near Cincinnati and have seen first hand how much the local community has gotten behind the FC here.
I'd love to see Atlanta display that kind of support for the newest sports franchise in my old hometown.
ATL gets a bad (well deserved?) rap for having underwhelming, fair-weather fans. This is the chance to support a growing franchise in a booming sport from Day One. And maybe remove that stigma that's dogged us for decades.
United we Stand, baby!!!
norcocredo wrote:It's called the basketball hall of fame not the life hall of fame.
norcocredo wrote:It's called the basketball hall of fame not the life hall of fame.
Atlanta United have revealed their new primary jersey, with an elegant design that nods to the city.
LittleOzzy wrote:Revealed! The new Atlanta United primary jerseyAtlanta United have revealed their new primary jersey, with an elegant design that nods to the city.
Jamaaliver wrote:LittleOzzy wrote:Revealed! The new Atlanta United primary jerseyAtlanta United have revealed their new primary jersey, with an elegant design that nods to the city.
These jerseys are glorious!!!
It will, however, take some time to get used to advertisements across the front...
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SichtingLives wrote:life hack:
When a man heaves a live chainsaw towards you from distance, stand still. No one has good accuracy throwing a chainsaw.
shawn_hemp wrote:
I wonder if the MLS is expanding too fast
for its own good
DirtybirdGA wrote:Not a soccer fan, but I'll check in soon.