This season’s Golden Boot winner with 20 goals, Atlanta United 2’s 20-year-old Arif Kovac is also MLS NEXT Pro’s 2026 MVP. The St. Louis native, who also had three assists, signed a pro contract with Atlanta United 2 ahead of the 2025 season.

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