Thiago Almada was named the 2023 MLS Young Player of the Year, the league announced Monday, recognizing the midfielder's strong second year with Atlanta United. Almada, who joined the club in 2022 as a Designated Player signing, led Major League Soccer in assists (19) and goals outside the 18-yard box (six).
For this award, a “young player” in MLS who is age 22 or younger during the calendar year was eligible for consideration. Almada is 22 years old.
In 2023, Almada built off what was an impactful year for him in 2022 and took his play to the next level. This season, he made numerous statements with his play, including setting the club record for single-season assists, which he broke with five matches remaining in the regular season on September 16 against Inter Miami CF. Atlanta's "Starboy" finished the regular season with 19 assists, the most in MLS.
Atlanta United joined Major League Soccer in 2017 and won the 2018 MLS Cup in just its second season, the earliest an expansion team has won the title since 1998. The club has set multiple league records including season tickets sales (36,000-plus), single-season average (53,002) and total home attendance (901,033). Owned by Arthur M. Blank, Atlanta United plays its home matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. For more information about Atlanta United, including how to purchase season tickets, visit: www.atlutd.com.
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By Atlanta United FC
November 6, 2023