Atlanta United FC II is the second team of Atlanta United of MLS, competing in MLS Next Pro. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the team utilizes the state-of-the-art training facilities at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground. The team wears the iconic Atlanta United colors of black, red, and gold. Established to solidify the club's player development pathway, Atlanta United 2 initially played in the USL Championship before moving to MLS Next Pro. The team is owned by Arthur Blank and operates under the technical direction of the MLS club's staff. The team was formed to give the club's many promising academy players a professional environment close to home. Its history, though brief, is already rich with developmental success. The team's peak significance comes from its role as a proven launchpad; numerous players have used strong performances with the second team to earn first-team contracts and even become MLS regulars. In the current MLS Next Pro setup, Atlanta United FC II fields a very young and technically gifted squad, emphasizing the possession-based, attacking philosophy of the parent club. Recent seasons have seen the team compete at the top of its division, showcasing future stars. The team culture is professional and demanding, mirroring the first team, with a small but knowledgeable fan base often attending matches to get a first look at the next generation of Five Stripes talent. Atlanta United FC II is a cornerstone of one of MLS's most productive academies.