ATLANTA NEWS

Marcelino Moreno - Assists late Moreno provided one assist off the bench during Sunday's 3-1 win over Kansas City.

Impact Moreno provided one assist coming off the bench as he made his return to action from a foot injury. The midfielder is likely to be a consistent presence in the starting XI when fit, and is worth rostering in most formats. Moreno will look to return to the starting XI against Colorado next time out.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martínez - Pair of assists in win Martinez provided two assists on two chances created during Sunday's 3-1 win over Kansas City.

Impact Martinez was the main creative threat for Atlanta, continuing his strong play in 2021. While the supporting cast around Martinez has changed he still figures to be a top fantasy play and is worth considering in all formats. Next up is a Saturday trip to Colorado.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dom Dwyer - Scores off bench Dwyer scored once on three shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 3-1 win over Kansas City.

Impact Dwyer scored once on his debut, coming on to the pitch for the injured Luis Araujo during the first half. The forward is a solid fantasy play, though it's unlikely that Dwyer sees too much time on the pitch with players such as a Thiago Almada set to join the team shortly.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Go on, Caleb Wiley! Atlanta United defender debut sees "dream come true" ' MLSSoccer.com Welcome to MLS, Caleb Wiley.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Wiley scores in MLS debut as Atlanta United tops Sporting KC

Luiz Araujo and Dom Dwyer scored first-half goals and 17-year-old homegrown forward Caleb Wiley scored in his debut to spark Atlanta United to a 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas Ci...

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Atlanta United's Pineda said team has options if Araujo can't go Luiz Araujo left Atlanta United’s game in the 26th minute with a likely issue with his hamstring during Sunday’s 3-1 win against Sporting KC...

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • AJC.COM

Dom Dwyer scores first goal since 2019, will be critical to Atlanta United after Araujo injured ' Sporting News American international Dom Dwyer scored his first goal for new club Atlanta United, which doubled as his first goal since 2019.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

GOAL! 17-year-old Caleb Wiley seals it for Atlanta in debut ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Luiz Araujo - Scores, comes off injured against KC Araujo opened the scoring in Sunday's victory against Sporting KC, but he was subbed out just six minutes later after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Araujo got his season off to a hot start with a goal inside 20 minutes on Sunday, but he will hope this potential injury isn't serious. He was replaced by Dom Dwyer in the game, but more details will likely emerge in the coming days.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcelino Moreno - On bench against Kansas City Moreno (foot) is in Atlanta's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Sporting KC.

Impact Moreno is dealing with a foot injury and is only fit enough to start on the bench for Atlanta United's season opener on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brooks Lennon - On bench against Kansas City Lennon (ankle) is in Atlanta's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Sporting KC.

Impact Lennon is dealing with an ankle injury that he suffered in January, and he's only fit enough to start on the bench Sunday. Ronald Hernandez gets the start at right back against Kansas City.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta United and Sporting Kansas City square off for season opener

Sporting Kansas City plays Atlanta United for the season opener

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MLS 2022: Storylines, players to watch on opening weekend

With MLS starting its biggest season ever, Doug McIntyre looks at the storylines, teams and players to watch on opening weekend.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Brooks Lennon - Still dealing with ankle injury Lennon is doubtful for Sunday's clash against Sporting KC as he's still recovering from an ankle injury he suffered while with the U.S. National Team in January.

Impact There is no clear timetable for Lennon's return, but it has already been almost a month since he suffered the injury. Ronald Hernandez would likely fill in for him at right back/right midfield if necessary.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alan Franco - Suspended for season opener Franco will miss Sunday's clash against Sporting KC with a suspension for a red card he received in Atlanta's MLS Playoff defeat against NYCFC last season.

Impact Franco will be suspended for Sunday's game, and then will be eligible for the one next weekend against Colorado. George Campbell will likely replace him in central defense for the match alongside Miles Robinson.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jurgen Damm departs Atlanta United after contract buyout ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Buyout Atlanta United have exercised their one offseason buyout of a guaranteed contract on midfielder Jurgen Damm,...

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Gonzalo Pineda building connections so that Atlanta United will achieve success If Atlanta United wins its second MLS Cup this season, which starts with the team hosting Sporting KC on Sunday, the achievement may be more...

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • AJC.COM

NYCFC, New England appear to be class of Eastern Conference

New York City FC begins the Major League Soccer season as the defending MLS Cup champions and one of the favorites in the Eastern Conference

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charlotte FC aiming for high bar set by MLS expansion squads

New MLS franchise Charlotte FC looks to emulate the expansion success of teams in Atlanta and Seattle, Doug McIntyre writes.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Q&A with Atlanta United's Brad Guzan Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan answers five important questions about the MLS team:

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • AJC.COM