Record-setting interest in the team from fans across metro Atlanta was a key factor in the decision. The club recently announced MLS-record ticket sales for an expansion team and has crossed the 27,000-ticket mark, with more than 40,000 seats already filled for the first game. Atlanta United also has one of the largest supporter’s sections in MLS, with more than 3,000 tickets sold to date.

Since the announcement, Atlanta has invested in comprehensive field renovations to accommodate soccer and implemented upgrades to locker rooms and other stadium facilities. Leading up to the inaugural home opener, the club will hold a week-long March to Soccer with seven days of fan-focused events. The team will take the pitch for its first ever MLS regular season match against New York Red Bulls on Sunday, March 5, at 7 p.m.