Atlanta United’s Carleton shines in U17 World Cup

Atlanta United’s Andrew Carleton scored a goal and had two assists for the U.S. in its 5-0 win over Paraguay in the quarterfinals of the Under-17 World Cup in India.

Carleton, a native of Powder Springs, scored the team’s third goal in the 63rd minute on a low shot from the top of the penalty box. Josh Sargent was credited with the assist.

Carleton returned the favor, assisting on Sargent’s goal to give the U.S. a 4-0 lead  in the 74th minute.