But back in Nigeria, soccer was king –– Muhammad says at least 80% of his friends played it, watched it and lived it back home. So while he loved his new live in Atlanta, there was always one thing missing. But that all changed with a rumor.
“I’m a huge soccer fan. It’s just my passion. I always play soccer and I play soccer video games with my roommate. So when we heard rumors about Atlanta United we were so excited. Then we drove past some construction one day and my friend said this is where the stadium is going to be.