Atlanta United defender Michael Parkhurst today announced his intent to retire from professional soccer at end of the 2019 season. The 35-year-old played 15 seasons, including the last three with Atlanta United where he won an MLS Cup, U.S. Open Cup and Campeones Cup. In 10 seasons in Major League Soccer, Parkhurst was a six-time All-Star, three-time Fair Play award winner, Defender of the Year (2007), MLS Best XI Selection (2007), Humanitarian of the Year (2006) and Rookie of the Year (2005). He’ll be available to media after training on Monday.
“We want to congratulate Michael on an illustrious career and thank him for immense contributions to Atlanta United,” said Vice President and Technical Director Carlos Bocanegra.