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Southern Fried Soccer: Previewing Atlanta United’s offseason

Sept. 18, 2021 - Atlanta, Ga: Atlanta United defender George Bello (21) scores a goal during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

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Sept. 18, 2021 - Atlanta, Ga: Atlanta United defender George Bello (21) scores a goal during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION
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Dec 2, 2021

In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution analyzes Atlanta United’s personnel moves, previews the offseason and the team’s training camp.

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