MACHOP CHOL NEWS

Undergoes hamstring injury Chol underwent hamstring surgery to repair a tendon and is set to miss the rest of the 2023 season, with a timetable of his recovery yet to be determined, the team announced.

Impact Chol's season has come to an end after dealing with a long-term hamstring injury. He will end the season making four starts in 19 appearances. In that span, the midfielder generated two goals on 13 shots (five on target).

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Chol (leg) is out for Saturday's match against Montreal.

Impact Chol hasn't played in an MLS game since July 15, as he's spent the season between ATL UTD 2 and the sidelines due to recurrent injuries. Even if fit, he shouldn't be a factor going forward.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Playing with ATL 2 Chol came on as a sub during the 3-1 loss to FC Cincinnati 2 on Sep 2.

Impact Chol has been getting minutes with the reserves team as he continues to built back fitness following his injury. The midfielder has not played in the MLS since July 15, sitting out the last four league contests,

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not included in injury report Chol (undisclosed) has not been included on the injury report for Saturday's match against Nashville.

Impact Chol didn't feature in the win over Seattle last week, but he could make the squad here since he's been deemed fit and available. Even if available, he's not expected to play a significant role with the team, given their depth in the attacking line.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early with injury Chol was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Orlando due to injury.

Impact Chol was forced off in the 31st minute after succumbing to injury and being replaced by Derrick Etienne. Chol has just over a month to recover with MLS not resuming games until August 20th.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal as substitute Chol scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against New England.

Impact Once again, Chol is back to a reserve role, one in which he has thrived more. The 24-year-old has two goals across 2023, both in which he served as a backup attacker.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game in start Chol made two interceptions and completed nine passes in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Nashville SC.

Impact Chol started his first MLS game since August 2021 on Saturday, while Giorgos Giakoumakis (hamstring) was out injured, but he was ineffective against Nashville before Miguel Berry replaced him at the hour mark.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Machop Chol on first career goal: 'It was a whirlwind of emotions' | Atlanta United FC The Homegrown scored his first career goal on Saturday in the 2-2 draw in Toronto

APRIL 17, 2023 • ATLUTD.COM

Scores off bench Chol scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 77th minute.

Impact Chol got his first career MLS goal with a goal as a substitute Saturday. He has not been able to capture a steady role with the team, making just four starts in 18 appearances since 2021. Most of this also has to do with several stints on the injury list. If the forward can keep healthy this season, he can work himself up the depth chart for the team with already a goal this campaign.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Giakoumakis scores again, but Toronto rallies to tie Atlanta

Brandon Servania scored in the fourth minute of second-half stoppage time to offset a historic night by Atlanta United’s Giorgos Giakoumakis, helping Toronto FC earn a 2-2 draw

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Atlanta United's Machop Chol proud to play for South Sudan Atlanta United winger Machop Chol couldn’t stop smiling Tuesday when he talked about playing for the South Sudan national team.

APRIL 5, 2023 • AJC.COM

Makes season debut off bench Chol played the final 20 minutes or so of Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Red Bulls.

Impact Chol made his season debut for Atlanta on Saturday after recovering from a hamstring and then returning from international duty. His last MLS start came back in July 2021.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for South Sudan Chol was called up to the South Sudan national team for a pair of AFCON qualifier matches.

Impact Chol will miss a Saturday trip to Columbus while on international duty, and could be a doubt against RB NY as well. The forward has yet to make his Atlanta debut despite recovering from a hamstring injury and has little impact on the starting XI.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Chol (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Portland.

Impact Chol returns to the bench Saturday after missing the opening three matches due to a hamstring issue. The forward should now be fully fit and available once more, though his role might remain largely rotational.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Charlote Chol (hamstring) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Charlotte, per Atlanta United's injury report.

Impact Chol will not be available for selection for Saturday's match. He has returning to training this week, but is not fit enough to return to the team just yet. The midfielder has yet to make an appearance this season as he hopes get minutes in with the first team this year.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with club Chol (hamstring) returned to team training Tuesday ahead of Saturday's clash against Charlotte FC, reports Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Impact Chol has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, but is back to training with the club ahead of Saturday's match. He was not used much last season, only making six appearances off the bench in 2022. The forward is expected to also have a limited role for this year unless he can compete with Miguel Berry and Derrick Etienne for some minutes on the pitch.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Chol (hamstring) has been ruled out of Saturday's clash against Toronto FC, according to Atlanta's injury report.

Impact Chol was seen running in training this week as he recovers from a hamstring injury, but he's not quite fit enough to be ready for the Toronto match on Saturday.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seen in training Chol (not injury related) was out running in training with Atlanta United on Tuesday, according to Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Impact Chol had a delayed start to the 2023 campaign due to the late arrival of his visa, but he's back with the team now and might be able to work himself into contention for Saturday's clash against Toronto FC.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for season opener Chol (not injury related) was not in training with Atlanta United on Thursday and is unlikely to be available for Saturday's clash against the Earthquakes, Doug Roberson of the Atl...

Impact Chol is still waiting on his visa to arrive, which is unlikely to happen before Saturday at this point. He is more of a depth option for Atlanta and his potential absence is unlikely to affect the starting XI much.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Used sparingly by Atlanta Chol was an unused substitute in Sunday's season finale defeat against NYCFC.

Impact Chol made six appearances (all off the bench) for Atlanta in MLS this season, totaling just 73 minutes of playing time. It's a step downward from the 23-year-old compared to his rookie campaign in 2021, and he will hope to get more opportunities to prove himself moving forward.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Miami Chol (leg) is in Atlanta United's match day squad for Sunday's match against Inter Miami.

Impact Chol has been out for the entire 2022 so far due to a leg injury, but he's finally back in the squad on Sunday and he could see some playing time off the bench.

JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Chol (leg) has returned to full training with Atlanta United, Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported Tuesday.

Impact A leg injury has prevented Chol from entering the pitch so far this season, but he is back with the squad now and may be available to feature in Sunday's clash against Inter Miami.

JUNE 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Chol (leg) was able to run during training with Atlanta United on Thursday, Doug Roberson of Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Chol is yet to feature for Atlanta this season due to a leg injury, but he is making progress with his recovery. He still isn't training with the team, but he was able to do some running this week.

MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Chol made the bench for Sunday's match against Philadelphia.

Impact Chol hasn't played since the first game of the season due to a hamstring injury before returning to training in the days before this match. He'll help fill out the bench as he grows into his first season with the Five Stripes.

JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia visits Atlanta United FC after 3 straight shutout wins

Philadelphia heads into a matchup with Atlanta United FC after putting together three straight shutout wins

JUNE 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS