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Chicharito Joins New USL Championship Club Atletico Dallas
Mexican football star Javier 'Chicharito' Hernandez has signed with the newly formed Atletico Dallas for the 2027 USL Championship season.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, 38-year-old Mexican striker Javier Hernandez, widely known as 'Chicharito,' has officially joined Atletico Dallas. The club is a new expansion team set to compete in the USL Championship, the second-tier professional league in the United States, starting in the 2027 season. Hernandez is the first player to sign with the franchise.
Chicharito gained global recognition during his tenure with Manchester United and most recently played for Chivas in his home country of Mexico in 2025. His move to the United States marks a significant transition for the veteran forward as he joins a brand-new organization.
For residents and travelers interested in sports culture, this signing highlights the growing profile of the USL Championship and the arrival of international talent in the Dallas area. While the signing is confirmed, details regarding the length of his contract and the specific roster composition surrounding him remain to be announced by the club. Fans of the sport may want to monitor future club announcements to see how the team builds its squad around such a high-profile veteran ahead of the 2027 kickoff.
Translated from Thai.
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