Efraín Andrés Morales Badillo

Efraín Andrés Morales Badillo is a centre-back from Decatur, United States, who represents Bolivia internationally. He joined Atlanta United’s inaugural youth academy in 2016 at under-12 level and progressed through age groups rapidly. On 13 August 2020, Morales signed a Homegrown Player contract with Atlanta United. Two days later, he made his professional debut for Atlanta United 2 in the USL Championship, coming on against Charleston Battery and scoring. Morales continued developing with Atlanta’s reserve side before moving to CF Montréal in July 2025. At 1.91 metres, he offers aerial strength and contributes to build-up play, with experience also described in a defensive-midfield role. His senior Bolivia debut came against Ecuador on 14 November 2024, adding an international dimension to a career developed in the United States.