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Atlanta Silverbacks vs. Minnesota United: Match preview, how to watch, online streaming
With eight games remaining in the 2015 season, it’s go time for the Atlanta Silverbacks. Two home games this week give them a prime opportunity to get back into the North American Soccer League playoff picture. Tonight, the rested Silverbacks host Minnesota United. The Loons are coming to Atlanta after a Saturday home win over…
This Week in Atlanta Soccer History: September 14-20
September 14- 1968- The Atlanta Chiefs advance to the North American Soccer League championship with a 2-1 win over the Cleveland Stokers at Atlanta Fulton County Stadium. Kaizer Motaung and Peter McParland scored the Atlanta goals. September 14, 1995- The Atlanta Ruckus win Game 1 of the A-League semifinal series with the Montreal Impact at…
Don Garber gives hope to the Wayne Rooney-to-Atlanta United rumor
Earlier this year ESPN Deportes reported that Premier League star Wayne Rooney could be coming to play for Atlanta United. The rumor came at the heels of a Guardian report saying that Rooney, wants to play in MLS later in his career. Now, the head of MLS himself, Don Garber has added fuel to the…
This Week in Atlanta Soccer History: September 7-13
September 7, 1982- Georgia Generals lose 2-0 at home to the Detroit Express in the first game of the ASL semifinal series at DeKalb Memorial Stadium. September 7, 1987- Ford and Pele are the title sponsors of the big youth soccer tournament in Atlanta for Labor Day weekend. This is Ford’s first year of sponsorship.…
Talent Train From Georgia Weekly Recap: 9/5-9/6
MLS Jack McInerney (Columbus Crew): McInerney played 69 minutes and had 3 shots in the 3-0 loss to FC Dallas, who are 3rd in the Western Conference. McInerney drew a foul in the box but Higuain was unable to convert. Columbus remain in 3rd in the Eastern Conference. Full Highlights Sean Johnson (Chicago Fire): Johnson played 90…
Carolina Railhawks vs. Atlanta Silverbacks: Match preview, online streaming, how to watch
The Silverbacks face a rare Friday night opponent in North Carolina tonight as they visit the Carolina Railhawks. Last week’s 1-0 victory over FC Edmonton, keyed by a spectacular free kick by Junior Burgos, keeps Atlanta in the thick of the NASL playoff race. Meanwhile, Carolina is reeling and hasn’t won since July 18th.
Introducing the “Mouths of the South” podcast
We here at Dirty South Soccer are proud to announce the launch of our official podcast entitled “Mouths of the South”. It’s a brand new podcast that will focus primarily on Atlanta United FC and all things Atlanta soccer. Of course we’ll mix in some other things along the way. The podcast will have three…
This Week in Atlanta Soccer History, August 31-September 6
August 31, 1969- The Chiefs end their season on the road with a 3-1 win over the St. Louis Stars. Kaizer Motaung scored twice for Atlanta. Atlanta ended the season in second place in the NASL by one point in the standings. The NASL’s scoring rules (6 points for a win, 3 points for a…
Talent Train From Georgia Weekly Recap: 8/24 – 8/30
MLS Kwadwo Poku (NYCFC): Poku played 30 minutes in the 2-1 loss to Columbus Crew after coming on for Frank Lampard in the 60th minute on Saturday. Poku had one key pass. Columbus remain in 3rd place in the Eastern Conference and NYCFC drop to 8th place in the Eastern Conference. Full Highlights Ricardo Clark (Houston…
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