Watch: Tata Martino's superstition plays out in press conference

Gerardo "Tata" Martino - Atlanta United - Excited with two fingers up on each hand

There are plenty of unique superstitions in the world of professional soccer.


I’m not sure I’ve ever seen one involving the location of a reporter in a press conference, however.


Atlanta United head coach Tata Martino refused to answer a question from Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Doug Roberson after his club’s 3-3 draw against Orlando on Saturday until Roberson moved into his usual spot in the media room.

I’m guessing Roberson will be in his Tata-approved seat from the start of his next press conference following Atlanta’s home match against the LA Galaxy on Wednesday night (7 pm ET | ESPN2, ESPN Deportes in the US; MLS LIVE in Canada).