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The 12th is a new online magazine covering stories from Atlanta's soccer scene. We focus on the people who make ATL vibrant.
One of the most exciting players to come out of Georgia in recent years, Rebeca "Becky" Contreras plays for Atlético de San Luis Femenil in Mexico's top professional women's team. In her first season, she broke a league record for fastest hat trick.

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Turning Pro with Becky Conteras
At San Luis Potosi, the former State Champion from Dacula realizes a dream. When the 12th writes stories for ‘The Women’s Game,’ we profile players, clubs, and developments that contribute to the reg...
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December 20, 2025 at 4:49 PM
In our "The People's Game" vertical, The 12th covers stories of Atlanta's football community uplifting our neighbors.

This month, we're honored to share the story of 3 generations of the Uranga family as they keep the culture of Atlante alive through Potros FC.

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Across the Gulf of Mexico, Los Potros de Hierro fight for The People’s Game
When the 12th writes stories for ‘The People’s Game,’ we focus on portraits of the people who make this community incredible. Think immigrant stories, family connections, amateur and grassroots effort...
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December 16, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Happy 12th! In honor of the 12 Days of Xmas, we're kicking off our December stories with a @theguardian.com throwback from @onofftherecord.bsky.social that covers the rise of @soccerdotcom.bsky.social

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How Soccer.com used the 1994 World Cup to become the perfect Christmas Shopping destination.
Not too long after our family moved from Cali, Colombia to the U.S. in 2001, we decided soccer would be one way to maintain our children's connection to Latin culture. We quickly found out that there ...
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December 13, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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stage is set for Gotham FC at New York City Hall, procession starts at the top the hour

procession will only be a few blocks long — team spokesperson said NYC can’t put on a full ticker tape parade week of Thanksgiving
November 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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#ATLUTD has dropped the 2026 schedule 👀

Opening Day: Feb 21
MLS All-Star Game: July 29
Decision Day: Nov 7

Which ones are you circling?
November 20, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Atlanta sports fans have endured a lot, and when United burst onto the scene with a near-immediate championship, they seemed like the answer to many tearful prayers.

Six years later, the fanbase is sticking with the 5 Stripes, but they're growing restless.

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United's worst season ever roils a fanbase desperate for results
What does the history of Atlanta fandom tell us about what’s next? On the eve of the final match of Atlanta United’s worst-ever season, club owner Arthur Blank published a letter to season ticket hol...
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November 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Atlanta United announced its year-end roster moves ahead of the 2026 MLS season. In addition to the 19 players already under contract for 2026, the club exercised contract options on six players and remains in discussion with another on a potential return. #ATLUTD
November 18, 2025 at 3:34 PM
The National Women’s Soccer League announced that Atlanta has been awarded the League’s 17th franchise, the first professional women’s team since The Atlanta Beat folded in 2013.

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#Atlanta #Soccer #womensgame #Nwsl
Professional Women's Soccer is Returning to Atlanta in 2028
The move shows Atlanta is “the epicenter of  soccer,” says Owner Arthur Blank.
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November 16, 2025 at 6:41 PM
In our new feature, 'Can't Even Describe How I Feel,' Timothy Pratt explores the interplay between parenting, football, and chasing your dream. It's a portrait of the complexity of youth development, immigration, and navigating the realities of the sport we love.

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November 13, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Our first edition has launched, and you can read all of our stories at www.12thnews.com, including this one about the American Premier Soccer League's expansion into Atlanta.
November 13, 2025 at 3:07 AM
Hey there!

We're The 12th - a new online magazine covering Atlanta's soccer scene and the people who make it special, and now we're live!

From Atlanta United to the World Cup, up-and-coming leagues to immigrant stories, we want to be your ATL home for football.

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