Atlanta United FC Colors, Facts and History
Atlanta United FC plays home matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, sharing the stadium with the NFL's Atlanta Falcons.
- League
- Major League Soccer · Eastern
- City
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Home
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium (42,500 seats)
- Founded
- 2014
- MLS Cups
- 1
- Manager
- Gerardo Martino (Oct 2026)
Atlanta United FC history
Atlanta had never had an MLS club before this one. Founded in 2014, United started play in 2017 as the league's 22nd team and competes in the Eastern Conference. Arthur Blank runs the club. He also owns the Falcons and helped found the Home Depot. A reserve side, Atlanta United 2, plays in MLS Next Pro.
Success came fast. First coach Gerardo Martino took the team to the playoffs in year one, then won MLS Cup 2018 in only the second season. After some weaker years under other coaches, Martino came back before the 2026 season. The trophy shelf also holds a U.S. Open Cup, an Eastern Conference title and a Campeones Cup. Crowds are a big part of the identity, with league records for both single match and average attendance.
Did you know?
- Forbes valued the club at about $1 billion in 2026, fourth in MLS.
- Atlanta United won MLS Cup 2018 in just its second season.
- Atlanta United 2 serves as the club's reserve team.
Colors are shown as plain swatches with their hex codes. This site is not affiliated with the Atlanta United FC or the Major League Soccer; team names are used only to identify the teams.
Questions about the Atlanta United FC
When was Atlanta United founded?
The club was founded in 2014 and began play in 2017.
How many MLS Cups has Atlanta United won?
One, in 2018.
Sources
- Wikidata Q16836317, checked October 8, 2026
- Wikipedia: Atlanta United FC, checked October 8, 2026
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