“How can we continue elevating Atlanta as the epicenter of soccer?”
Rich McKay and Josh Blank introduce new AMBSE president of soccer Mauricio Culebro in hopes of answering that question
The World Cup is exposing an uncomfortable truth about international relations: citizens of countries in the Global South face systemic discrimination in visa and immigration procedures.
Cape Verdeans originally needed to pay $15,000 bond for a tourist visa. That was later waived but only for already-purchased ticket holders
Not sure that was the case for Vozinha, but not having players’ families in attendance because of visa issues is a shame
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha after his man-of-the-match display against Spain:
"I cried after the game because I grew up with my grandparents when I was a kid, and they could not be there. They passed away a few years ago.
"My mum could not be here either for a VISA issue, and the money we had to pay for it. We did not manage to do this in time."
While you’re watching Cape Verde keep up with the World Cup-favorite Spain, take a minute to read on how this moment could boost its biggest industry ⬇️
https://t.co/Y8LpSaUhvY
The World Cup kicks off in the U.S. tomorrow, and it’s unclear the level of ICE’s presence in Atlanta
What is clear is that the threat is enough to keep some immigrant communities isolated ⬇️ https://t.co/CuwXc55Dms
Uzbekistan arrives for its first training at its new home base 🇺🇿
Manager Fabio Cannavaro is back in Atlanta after representing Italy in the ‘96 Olympics
Ebola continues to spread in the DRC, but experts say risk is “extremely low” in U.S.
What you need to know before Congo’s match in Atlanta: https://t.co/yEs0a6a52s
#AAJA26 Convention Financial Aid! For both current students and recent graduates!✨💰
These are two $2,000 grants via longtime supporter/friend/super sports agent Don Yee
Apply here by April 30! ➡️ https://t.co/eAXeDbLQVL
Atlanta United now 1-7-1 after a 2-1 home loss to New England and a rather stunning admission from Tata Martino:
“To be clear, if I didn’t have the past that I did with Atlanta United, probably today I would be fired.”
https://t.co/nTNSi8oE1O