Atlético Dallas
(Redirected from USL Dallas)
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| Founded | 2024 |
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| League | USL Championship |
| Website | atleticodallas.com |
Atlético Dallas is an planned American men's professional soccer team based in Garland, Texas. Founded in 2024, the team plans to make its debut in the USL Championship in 2027.
History
[edit]On November 19, 2024, the USL awarded an expansion team to the city of Garland, Texas.[1][2] The ownership group consists of Matt Valentine, Sam Morton, Luther Ott and Dan McAlone.[3]
On May 2, 2025, the club revealed its name and logo, with the name inspired by La Liga club Atlético Madrid.[4][5]
Colors and badge
[edit]The crest is a black shield containing a rattlesnake, representing speed and danger, battling a Mexican wolf, representing cunning and teamwork. The club's colors are described as Blackland Crude, Texas Topaz, and Silver Ore.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ "United Soccer League welcomes USL Dallas to the USL Championship". Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ "USL Championship comes to Dallas in 2027". Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ "United Soccer League (USL) announced new soccer team in North Texas". Retrieved November 19, 2024.
- ^ "USL Dallas officially launches branding, club to be named Atlético Dallas". Big D Soccer. May 3, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
- ^ "Newest professional soccer team in North Texas reveals name and logo". Dallas News. May 3, 2025. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
- ^ "Behind the Crest". Atlético Dallas. Retrieved May 4, 2025.
External links
[edit]- Official website of Atlético Dallas
