Atlanta United FC joined Major League Soccer in 2017 as an expansion club. The club’s avid fan base has set MLS records in fan participation and attendance in an inaugural season. Since club owner Arthur Blank was awarded the franchise in 2014, Atlanta United has emerged as a top flight organization in MLS and in the community. Atlanta United is a member of AMB Sports & Entertainment, which also includes the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta Falcons Stadium Company.