Paul Christensen
Paul Christensen is an American soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for Greenville Triumph in USL League One.Career
College
Christensen played four years of college soccer at the University of Portland, where he made 72 appearances for the Pilots and kept 20 shutouts. Paul battled now Rs. senior GK and close friend Kienan Weekes in the goal while at Portland for 4 years. The Wall as some know him, otherwise known as El Jefe, was the turning point behind an impressive turnaround for the program.
While at college, Chirstensen also played with Premier Development League side Seattle Sounders FC U-23.Professional career
On January 21, 2018, Christensen was selected 70th overall in 2018 MLS SuperDraft by Atlanta United FC. He signed with their United Soccer League affiliate side Atlanta United 2 on February 18, 2018. He made his professional debut on March 31, 2018 in a 2–2 draw against the Charlotte Independence.
On May 4, 2018, Christensen signed a short-term deal to be included on the roster for Atlanta United's senior team after backup goalkeepers Alec Kann and Mitch Hildebrandt were injured. He made his debut on May 9 against Sporting Kansas City, replacing Brad Guzan after he was sent off with a red card.
