As the halfway point of Atlanta United’s inaugural season fades in the rear view mirror, here’s the moments that have made the club’s debut year so memorable:

Preseason training

With anticipation among Atlanta United fans ready to bubble over, what a sight it was to see the Five Stripes take the field for the first time.

The first match

The first of many sold-out crowds at Bobby Dodd Stadium. A night fans will never forget.

The first goal

A magical moment that brought a sold-out stadium to its feet. Yamil Asad makes history as the club’s first ever goalscorer

The first win

Some may know it as the snow game, others as the club’s first win. But one thing’s for certain: it was a statement.

The training ground

The training ground was another sign of Atlanta United’s commitment to the city it calls home.

Houston had a problem

A rain delay couldn’t put a damper on Atlanta’s scintillating attack, with Miguel Almirón’s first hat trick for the club highlighting a dominant display over the Dynamo.

First Homegrown debut

Andrew Carleton became the team’s first Homegrown signing well before the season started, but his debut for the senior team was a historic moment for the club.

Cup debut

Another match delayed by weather, but Atlanta showed resilience to fight back to win their Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup debut over the Charleston Battery.

Thanks for weathering the storm



We love you, Atlanta! #UniteAndConquer pic.twitter.com/SGypsDiYkL — Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) June 15, 2017

Homegrown signing ceremony

When a dream became a reality. George Bello, Patrick Okonkwo and Lagos Kunga are honored during halftime for signing Homegrown contracts with the club.

First Unified Team

Accesibility to soccer for all Atlantans has been a cornerstone of Atlanta United’s mission from the start, so the announcement of the first Special Olympics Unified Team was a historic day for the club.

The beautiful game breaking down barriers and unifying us all.



Congrats to the new members of the inaugural #ATLUTD Unified Team! pic.twitter.com/E5YnNEDvf2 — Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) June 29, 2017

It's been a memorable first half of the season for Atlanta United. And the best is yet to come...