With all of the news surrounding Gabriel Heinze’s abrupt (and timely) firing and speculation about his eventual replacement, Atlanta United’s interim solution went relatively overlooked.
.@JosefMartinez17 is back practicing with @ATLUTD the day after Gabriel Heinze was fired.
Also seen in this video Rob Valentino who will be the interim head coach for United. #UniteAndConquer #MLS pic.twitter.com/G9b9NFNupw— Alison Mastrangelo (@AlisonWSB) July 19, 2021For the second straight year, Atlanta United promoted their interim coach from within, naming Assistant Coach Rob Valentino as the club’s steward until it can find a permanent replacement.