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| birth_place = [[Pátzcuaro]], [[Mexico]]
| birth_place = [[Pátzcuaro]], Mexico
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| position = [[Midfielder#Defensive midfielder|Defensive midfielder]]
| position = [[Midfielder#Defensive midfielder|Defensive midfielder]]
| currentclub = [[Atlanta United FC|Atlanta United]] (head coach)
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| years1 = 2003–2005
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| clubs1 = [[Club Universidad Nacional|UNAM]]
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| manageryears1 = 2017–2021
| managerclubs1 = [[Seattle Sounders FC]] (assistant)
| managerclubs1 = [[Seattle Sounders FC|Seattle Sounders]] (assistant)
| manageryears2 = 2021–
| manageryears2 = 2021–2024
| managerclubs2 = [[Atlanta United FC|Atlanta United]]
| managerclubs2 = [[Atlanta United FC|Atlanta United]]
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'''Gonzalo Pineda Reyes''' (born October 19, 1982) is a Mexican professional [[Association football|football]] manager and former player, who is the current head coach of [[Major League Soccer]] club [[Atlanta United FC|Atlanta United]]. Pineda played as a [[Midfielder#Defensive midfielder|defensive midfielder]] for several clubs in Mexico, and also represented [[Mexico national football team|Mexico]] internationally. He last played in 2015 for the [[Seattle Sounders FC]]. He became assistant coach of the Sounders beginning with the 2017 season.
'''Gonzalo Pineda Reyes''' (born October 19, 1982) is a Mexican professional [[Association football|football]] manager and former player, who most recently was the head coach of [[Major League Soccer]] club [[Atlanta United FC]]. Pineda played as a [[Midfielder#Defensive midfielder|defensive midfielder]] for several clubs in Mexico, and also represented [[Mexico national football team|Mexico]] internationally. He last played in 2015 for the [[Seattle Sounders FC]]. He became assistant coach of the Sounders beginning with the 2017 season.


==Club playing career==
==Club playing career==
Pineda made his professional debut in the Mexican Division in 2002–2003 season playing for [[UNAM Pumas]] in a 0–1 defeat against [[Monarcas Morelia|Morelia]]. Gonzalo is known as an excellent marker and for his powerful left foot. He helped UNAM to the Clausura and Apertura titles in 2004.
Pineda made his professional debut in the Mexican Primera División in 2002–2003 season playing for [[Club Universidad Nacional|Pumas UNAM]] in a 0–1 defeat against [[Monarcas Morelia|Morelia]]. Gonzalo is known as an excellent marker and for his powerful left foot. He helped UNAM to the Clausura and Apertura titles in 2004.


In the 2005–2006 Season, Pineda was transferred to [[C.D. Guadalajara|Chivas de Guadalajara]]. Pineda was a notable starter in his first season with [[C.D. Guadalajara|Chivas]]. However, in Apertura 2006 he had a difficult season, starting as a substitute for [[Juan Pablo Rodriguez]] and rumors rose that he might walk out of Chivas after the season since he wasn't playing. He was quoted by the press saying that he had not enough level to be playing for Chivas. Eventually, after bad performances by Rodriguez, Pineda made it to the starting lineup again and proved that he was worthy of the starting team. He played well the remainder of the games and eventually became champion for the third time in his career. Gonzalo's solid skills in the midfield and his consistent performances had earned him an indisputable spot with Chivas.
In the 2005–2006 Season, Pineda was transferred to [[C.D. Guadalajara|Chivas de Guadalajara]]. Pineda was a notable starter in his first season with [[C.D. Guadalajara|Chivas]]. However, in Apertura 2006 he had a difficult season, starting as a substitute for [[Juan Pablo Rodríguez]] and rumors rose that he might walk out of Chivas after the season since he wasn't playing. He was quoted by the press saying that he had not enough level to be playing for Chivas. Eventually, after bad performances by Rodriguez, Pineda made it to the starting lineup again and proved that he was worthy of the starting team. He played well the remainder of the games and eventually became champion for the third time in his career. Gonzalo's solid skills in the midfield and his consistent performances had earned him an indisputable spot with Chivas.


After the Clausura 2008, Chivas put Pineda in their summer transfer list. As of June 17, 2008 Pineda was due to play the Apertura 2008 with [[Atlante F.C.]]; however, he made it clear that he would not leave Chivas and remained with the team. Gonzalo was sent on a 6-month loan with [[San Luis F.C.|San Luis]] for the Torneo Bicentenario in 2010. In his debut for [[San Luis F.C.|San Luis]] he got a red card in the 39th minute and was suspended for three games.
After the Clausura 2008, Chivas put Pineda in their summer transfer list. As of June 17, 2008 Pineda was due to play the Apertura 2008 with [[Atlante F.C.]]; however, he made it clear that he would not leave Chivas and remained with the team. Gonzalo was sent on a 6-month loan with [[San Luis F.C.|San Luis]] for the Torneo Bicentenario in 2010. In his debut for [[San Luis F.C.|San Luis]] he got a red card in the 39th minute and was suspended for three games.


On May 24, 2010, the press revealed that Pineda would play for Cruz Azul in The Centenario 2010 Tournament, which was confirmed by Sport Director Alberto Quintano. In one season at the club, Pineda made 35 appearances and scored one goal. Pineda played two seasons with [[Puebla F.C.]] on loan in 2011 and in 2012, then went on loan to [[Queretaro F.C.]] In 2013, after his loan deal expired, he went into free agency after not finding a new club.
On May 24, 2010, the press revealed that Pineda would play for [[Cruz Azul]] in The Centenario 2010 Tournament, which was confirmed by Sport Director Alberto Quintano. In one season at the club, Pineda made 35 appearances and scored one goal. Pineda played two seasons with [[Club Puebla|Puebla]] on loan in 2011 and in 2012, then went on loan to [[Queretaro F.C.]] In 2013, after his loan deal expired, he went into free agency after not finding a new club.


Following his release, Pineda joined [[Seattle Sounders FC]] of [[Major League Soccer]] on a preseason trial. He signed with the club on March 5, 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2014/03/05/depth-charge-seattle-sounders-add-mexican-world-cup-veteran-gonzalo-pineda |title=Depth charge: Seattle Sounders add Mexico World Cup veteran Gonzalo Pineda |publisher=MLSsoccer.com |date=March 5, 2014 |access-date=April 11, 2014}}</ref>
Following his release, Pineda joined [[Seattle Sounders FC]] of [[Major League Soccer]] on a preseason trial. He signed with the club on March 5, 2014.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2014/03/05/depth-charge-seattle-sounders-add-mexican-world-cup-veteran-gonzalo-pineda |title=Depth charge: Seattle Sounders add Mexico World Cup veteran Gonzalo Pineda |publisher=MLSsoccer.com |date=March 5, 2014 |access-date=April 11, 2014 |archive-date=March 21, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140321062252/http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/article/2014/03/05/depth-charge-seattle-sounders-add-mexican-world-cup-veteran-gonzalo-pineda |url-status=dead }}</ref>


On January 7, 2016, Pineda announced his retirement from playing football.<ref>{{cite web|title=Pineda se retira como jugador pero se prepara para ser técnico |url=http://espndeportes.espn.go.com/futbol/mls/nota/_/id/2565814/gonzalo-pineda-se-retira-como-jugador-pero-se-prepara-para-ser-tecnico |website=ESPN Deportes |date=January 7, 2016 |access-date=January 7, 2016}}</ref>
On January 7, 2016, Pineda announced his retirement from playing football.<ref>{{cite web|title=Pineda se retira como jugador pero se prepara para ser técnico |url=http://espndeportes.espn.go.com/futbol/mls/nota/_/id/2565814/gonzalo-pineda-se-retira-como-jugador-pero-se-prepara-para-ser-tecnico |website=ESPN Deportes |date=January 7, 2016 |access-date=January 7, 2016}}</ref>
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After announcing his retirement from football and his intention of becoming a coach,<ref>{{cite web|title=Pineda se retira como jugador pero se prepara para ser técnico |url=http://espndeportes.espn.go.com/futbol/mls/nota/_/id/2565814/gonzalo-pineda-se-retira-como-jugador-pero-se-prepara-para-ser-tecnico |website=ESPN Deportes |date=January 7, 2016 |access-date=January 7, 2016}}</ref> Pineda joined Univision, working as a soccer analyst for the American Spanish-language national broadcast network.
After announcing his retirement from football and his intention of becoming a coach,<ref>{{cite web|title=Pineda se retira como jugador pero se prepara para ser técnico |url=http://espndeportes.espn.go.com/futbol/mls/nota/_/id/2565814/gonzalo-pineda-se-retira-como-jugador-pero-se-prepara-para-ser-tecnico |website=ESPN Deportes |date=January 7, 2016 |access-date=January 7, 2016}}</ref> Pineda joined Univision, working as a soccer analyst for the American Spanish-language national broadcast network.


On January 20, 2017, Pineda rejoined [[Seattle Sounders FC]] as an assistant coach on [[Brian Schmetzer]]'s staff.<ref>{{cite web|title=Former Sounders midfielder, Mexican international Gonzalo Pineda returns as assistant coach |url=http://www.soundersfc.com/post/2017/01/19/seattle-sounders-hire-gonzalo-pineda-assistant-coach |website=SoundersFC.com |access-date=January 20, 2017}}</ref> He signed a contract extension with the club in March 2021, following an off-season interview with [[D.C. United]] for their head coach vacancy.<ref>{{cite news |last=Butler |first=Dylan |date=March 10, 2021 |title=Seattle Sounders FC sign assistant coaches Gonzalo Pineda, Preki and Djimi Traore to contract extensions |url=https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/seattle-sounders-fc-sign-assistant-coaches-gonzalo-pineda-preki-and-djimi-traore |work=MLSsoccer.com |accessdate=August 3, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Goff |first=Steven |author-link=Steven Goff |date=December 18, 2020 |title=D.C. United interviews Seattle assistant for head coaching job |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2020/12/18/dc-united-head-coach-interview-gonzalo-pineda/ |work=[[The Washington Post]] |accessdate=August 3, 2021}}</ref>
On January 20, 2017, Pineda rejoined [[Seattle Sounders FC]] as an assistant coach on [[Brian Schmetzer]]'s staff.<ref>{{cite web|title=Former Sounders midfielder, Mexican international Gonzalo Pineda returns as assistant coach |url=http://www.soundersfc.com/post/2017/01/19/seattle-sounders-hire-gonzalo-pineda-assistant-coach |website=SoundersFC.com |access-date=January 20, 2017}}</ref> He signed a contract extension with the club in March 2021, following an off-season interview with [[D.C. United]] for their head coach vacancy.<ref>{{cite news |last=Butler |first=Dylan |date=March 10, 2021 |title=Seattle Sounders FC sign assistant coaches Gonzalo Pineda, Preki and Djimi Traore to contract extensions |url=https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/seattle-sounders-fc-sign-assistant-coaches-gonzalo-pineda-preki-and-djimi-traore |work=MLSsoccer.com |accessdate=August 3, 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Goff |first=Steven |author-link=Steven Goff |date=December 18, 2020 |title=D.C. United interviews Seattle assistant for head coaching job |url=https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2020/12/18/dc-united-head-coach-interview-gonzalo-pineda/ |newspaper=[[The Washington Post]] |accessdate=August 3, 2021}}</ref>


===Atlanta United===
===Atlanta United===
On August 12, 2021, Pineda was appointed head coach at [[Major League Soccer]] club [[Atlanta United FC|Atlanta United]].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Roberson |first1=Doug |title=Atlanta United hires Gonzalo Pineda as manager |url=https://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-united/reports-atlanta-united-hires-pineda-as-manager/TOVE3Y5NQBCLXNEO3IN4NQ4XSQ/ |access-date=12 August 2021 |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |date=12 August 2021}}</ref>
On August 12, 2021, Pineda was appointed head coach at [[Major League Soccer]] club [[Atlanta United FC]].<ref>{{cite news |last1=Roberson |first1=Doug |title=Atlanta United hires Gonzalo Pineda as manager |url=https://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-united/reports-atlanta-united-hires-pineda-as-manager/TOVE3Y5NQBCLXNEO3IN4NQ4XSQ/ |access-date=12 August 2021 |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |date=12 August 2021}}</ref>

He was fired on June 3, 2024.<ref>{{cite web |title=Atlanta United Part Ways with Head Coach |url=https://www.atlutd.com/news/atlanta-united-part-ways-with-head-coach |website=ATLUtd.com |publisher=[[Atlanta United FC|Atlanta United]] |access-date=3 June 2024}}</ref>


==Personal life==
==Personal life==
Pineda earned his [[Permanent residence (United States)|U.S. green card]] in June 2015.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkyFMeW5shA |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211213/mkyFMeW5shA |archive-date=2021-12-13 |url-status=live|title=Interview: Garth Lagerwey on signing Erik Friberg and possibility of new MLS rule |author=Seattle Sounders FC |date=June 30, 2015| publisher=youtube.com |access-date=August 14, 2015}}{{cbignore}}</ref> This status also qualified him as a domestic player for MLS roster purposes. Since his family had achieved US citizenship, Pineda felt it was in their best interest to stay in this country and not return to Mexico after retirement. Pineda lives in Seattle with his wife, Reyna, and their two children.
Pineda earned his [[Permanent residence (United States)|U.S. green card]] in June 2015.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkyFMeW5shA |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211213/mkyFMeW5shA |archive-date=2021-12-13 |url-status=live|title=Interview: Garth Lagerwey on signing Erik Friberg and possibility of new MLS rule |author=Seattle Sounders FC |date=June 30, 2015| publisher=youtube.com |access-date=August 14, 2015}}{{cbignore}}</ref> This status also qualified him as a domestic player for MLS roster purposes. Since his family had achieved US citizenship, Pineda felt it was in their best interest to stay in this country and not return to Mexico after retirement. Pineda lives in the Atlanta-area with his wife, Reyna, and their two children.


==Managerial statistics==
==Managerial statistics==
{{updated|match played 16 September 2023}}
{{updated|match played 2 June 2024}}
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{{WDL|110|38|31|41|for=178|against=163|diff=yes}}
|<ref>{{cite news |last1=Roberson |first1=Doug |title=Atlanta United hires Gonzalo Pineda as manager |url=https://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-united/reports-atlanta-united-hires-pineda-as-manager/TOVE3Y5NQBCLXNEO3IN4NQ4XSQ/ |access-date=12 August 2021 |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |date=12 August 2021}}</ref>
|<ref>{{cite news |last1=Roberson |first1=Doug |title=Atlanta United hires Gonzalo Pineda as manager |url=https://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-united/reports-atlanta-united-hires-pineda-as-manager/TOVE3Y5NQBCLXNEO3IN4NQ4XSQ/ |access-date=12 August 2021 |work=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |date=12 August 2021}}</ref>
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==Honours==
==Honours==
'''UNAM'''
'''UNAM'''
*[[Primera División de México]]: [[Primera División de México Clausura 2004|Clausura 2004]], [[Primera División de México Apertura 2004|Apertura 2004]]
*[[Liga MX|Mexican Primera División]]: [[Primera División de México Clausura 2004|Clausura 2004]], [[Primera División de México Apertura 2004|Apertura 2004]]
*[[Campeón de Campeones]]: [[2004 Campeón de Campeones|2004]]
*[[Campeón de Campeones]]: [[2004 Campeón de Campeones|2004]]


'''Guadalajara'''
'''Guadalajara'''
*[[Primera División de México]]: [[Primera División de México Apertura 2006|Apertura 2006]]
*Mexican Primera División: [[Primera División de México Apertura 2006|Apertura 2006]]
*[[InterLiga]]: [[2009 InterLiga|2009]]
*[[InterLiga]]: [[2009 InterLiga|2009]]


'''Seattle Sounders FC'''
'''Seattle Sounders FC'''
*[[Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup]]: 2014
*[[U.S. Open Cup]]: 2014
*[[MLS Supporters' Shield]]: [[2014 Major League Soccer season|2014]]
*[[MLS Supporters' Shield]]: [[2014 Major League Soccer season|2014]]


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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Pineda and the second or maternal family name is Reyes.
Gonzalo Pineda
Pineda in 2017
Personal information
Full name Gonzalo Pineda Reyes[1]
Date of birth (1982-10-19) October 19, 1982 (age 41)
Place of birth Pátzcuaro, Mexico
Height 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in)[2]
Position(s) Defensive midfielder
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2003–2005 UNAM 63 (1)
2006–2009 Guadalajara 128 (5)
2010 → San Luis (loan) 14 (1)
2010–2011 Cruz Azul 35 (1)
2011–2012 Puebla 31 (1)
2012–2013 Querétaro 27 (1)
2014–2015 Seattle Sounders 56 (4)
Total 354 (14)
International career
2004 Mexico U23 2 (0)
2004–2008 Mexico 45 (1)
Managerial career
2017–2021 Seattle Sounders (assistant)
2021–2024 Atlanta United
Medal record
Representing  Mexico
Third place Copa America 2007
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Gonzalo Pineda Reyes (born October 19, 1982) is a Mexican professional football manager and former player, who most recently was the head coach of Major League Soccer club Atlanta United FC. Pineda played as a defensive midfielder for several clubs in Mexico, and also represented Mexico internationally. He last played in 2015 for the Seattle Sounders FC. He became assistant coach of the Sounders beginning with the 2017 season.

Club playing career

Pineda made his professional debut in the Mexican Primera División in 2002–2003 season playing for Pumas UNAM in a 0–1 defeat against Morelia. Gonzalo is known as an excellent marker and for his powerful left foot. He helped UNAM to the Clausura and Apertura titles in 2004.

In the 2005–2006 Season, Pineda was transferred to Chivas de Guadalajara. Pineda was a notable starter in his first season with Chivas. However, in Apertura 2006 he had a difficult season, starting as a substitute for Juan Pablo Rodríguez and rumors rose that he might walk out of Chivas after the season since he wasn't playing. He was quoted by the press saying that he had not enough level to be playing for Chivas. Eventually, after bad performances by Rodriguez, Pineda made it to the starting lineup again and proved that he was worthy of the starting team. He played well the remainder of the games and eventually became champion for the third time in his career. Gonzalo's solid skills in the midfield and his consistent performances had earned him an indisputable spot with Chivas.

After the Clausura 2008, Chivas put Pineda in their summer transfer list. As of June 17, 2008 Pineda was due to play the Apertura 2008 with Atlante F.C.; however, he made it clear that he would not leave Chivas and remained with the team. Gonzalo was sent on a 6-month loan with San Luis for the Torneo Bicentenario in 2010. In his debut for San Luis he got a red card in the 39th minute and was suspended for three games.

On May 24, 2010, the press revealed that Pineda would play for Cruz Azul in The Centenario 2010 Tournament, which was confirmed by Sport Director Alberto Quintano. In one season at the club, Pineda made 35 appearances and scored one goal. Pineda played two seasons with Puebla on loan in 2011 and in 2012, then went on loan to Queretaro F.C. In 2013, after his loan deal expired, he went into free agency after not finding a new club.

Following his release, Pineda joined Seattle Sounders FC of Major League Soccer on a preseason trial. He signed with the club on March 5, 2014.[3]

On January 7, 2016, Pineda announced his retirement from playing football.[4]

International playing career

Pineda warming up for Mexico

Gonzalo Pineda was part of Mexico's Olympic football team, which exited in the first round, having finished third in group A, below group winners Mali and South Korea.

Pineda made his international debut for the senior Mexico national team against Trinidad & Tobago on September 8, 2004, in Mexico's qualification matches for the 2006 FIFA World Cup.

He played mainly as a substitute in ten of Mexico's qualification matches for the 2006 World Cup and played five games in the 2005 FIFA Confederations Cup in Germany, where he converted a Panenka-style penalty kick against Argentina. In June 2006, he was selected by coach Ricardo Lavolpe, to be part of the 23 man Mexican squad to play in the 2006 FIFA World Cup Tournament in Germany. He started in Mexico's first three World Cup games.

Pineda was once again called to the Mexico national team during Hugo Sánchez's tenure as coach. He played for Mexico in Copa América 2007.

International goals

Goal Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1. July 17, 2005 Reliant Stadium, Houston, United States  Colombia 1–1 1–2 2005 CONCACAF Gold Cup

Media and coaching career

After announcing his retirement from football and his intention of becoming a coach,[5] Pineda joined Univision, working as a soccer analyst for the American Spanish-language national broadcast network.

On January 20, 2017, Pineda rejoined Seattle Sounders FC as an assistant coach on Brian Schmetzer's staff.[6] He signed a contract extension with the club in March 2021, following an off-season interview with D.C. United for their head coach vacancy.[7][8]

Atlanta United

On August 12, 2021, Pineda was appointed head coach at Major League Soccer club Atlanta United FC.[9]

He was fired on June 3, 2024.[10]

Personal life

Pineda earned his U.S. green card in June 2015.[11] This status also qualified him as a domestic player for MLS roster purposes. Since his family had achieved US citizenship, Pineda felt it was in their best interest to stay in this country and not return to Mexico after retirement. Pineda lives in the Atlanta-area with his wife, Reyna, and their two children.

Managerial statistics

As of match played 2 June 2024
Managerial record by team and tenure
Team Nat From To Record Ref
G W D L GF GA GD Win %
Atlanta United FC United States 12 August 2021 3 June 2024 110 38 31 41 178 163 +15 034.55 [12]
Total 110 38 31 41 178 163 +15 034.55

Honours

UNAM

Guadalajara

Seattle Sounders FC

Mexico U23

References

  1. ^ "2006 FIFA World Cup Germany: List of Players: Mexico" (PDF). FIFA. March 21, 2014. p. 18. Archived from the original (PDF) on June 10, 2019.
  2. ^ "Gonzalo Pineda career stats, height and weight, age".
  3. ^ "Depth charge: Seattle Sounders add Mexico World Cup veteran Gonzalo Pineda". MLSsoccer.com. March 5, 2014. Archived from the original on March 21, 2014. Retrieved April 11, 2014.
  4. ^ "Pineda se retira como jugador pero se prepara para ser técnico". ESPN Deportes. January 7, 2016. Retrieved January 7, 2016.
  5. ^ "Pineda se retira como jugador pero se prepara para ser técnico". ESPN Deportes. January 7, 2016. Retrieved January 7, 2016.
  6. ^ "Former Sounders midfielder, Mexican international Gonzalo Pineda returns as assistant coach". SoundersFC.com. Retrieved January 20, 2017.
  7. ^ Butler, Dylan (March 10, 2021). "Seattle Sounders FC sign assistant coaches Gonzalo Pineda, Preki and Djimi Traore to contract extensions". MLSsoccer.com. Retrieved August 3, 2021.
  8. ^ Goff, Steven (December 18, 2020). "D.C. United interviews Seattle assistant for head coaching job". The Washington Post. Retrieved August 3, 2021.
  9. ^ Roberson, Doug (August 12, 2021). "Atlanta United hires Gonzalo Pineda as manager". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved August 12, 2021.
  10. ^ "Atlanta United Part Ways with Head Coach". ATLUtd.com. Atlanta United. Retrieved June 3, 2024.
  11. ^ Seattle Sounders FC (June 30, 2015). "Interview: Garth Lagerwey on signing Erik Friberg and possibility of new MLS rule". youtube.com. Archived from the original on December 13, 2021. Retrieved August 14, 2015.
  12. ^ Roberson, Doug (August 12, 2021). "Atlanta United hires Gonzalo Pineda as manager". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved August 12, 2021.

External links

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