MLS: Atlanta franchise which will make its debut in 2017 will be named "Atlanta United FC"

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The Atlanta franchise, which will enter the MLS for the 2017 season, will be called "Atlanta United FC" following a survey of the 21,000 fans (currently registered) of the franchise, announced MLS on 25/06/2015. 70% of fans voted in favour of the name.

Two other MLS franchises have the word "United" in their name: DC United (Washington DC) and...


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