League: FIFA World Cup Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Breel Embolo joins Atlanta United, aims to inspire and rebuild team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 3:24 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Breel Embolo joins Atlanta United, aims to inspire and rebuild team

Summary

Breel Embolo has officially joined Atlanta United following a successful World Cup with Switzerland, where he scored two goals. Atlanta acquired Embolo from Rennes for a reported $18 million transfer fee. He has expressed his commitment to helping the team improve, characterizing his approach as focused on collective success rather than individual statistics. The club has struggled recently, sitting at the bottom of the Eastern Conference before a recent three-game win streak. Embolo aims to foster a positive team environment and leadership as he transitions to Major League Soccer.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Breel Embolo scored two goals for Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
•Atlanta United acquired Embolo for a reported $18 million.
•The team recently broke a three-game winless streak.
•Embolo aims to help the team improve its standing in the Eastern Conference.
•He emphasizes a collective mindset to rebuild the team's success.

Latest Updates

3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Breel Embolo looks to "inspire people" with Atlanta United

What they're saying

"
By J. Sam JonesThe No. 36 bus used to take Breel Embolo to practice. Now, Atlanta United fans are eager to see where No. 36 can take them.Embolo wears No. 36 on his jersey as a reminder of his beginni...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Atlanta United FIFA World Cup Soccer