Atlanta United FC dey face one big test dis Saturday as dem host New York Red Bulls for their regular season home finale at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With only two matches remaining in the regular season, Atlanta United need to secure three points to keep their playoff hopes alive.
The match against New York Red Bulls go be crucial because Atlanta United never win many matches against dem. Red Bulls don dey give Atlanta United headache since dem join Major League Soccer in 2017. Atlanta United must score first to put pressure on New York, as scoring first has been a key factor in their victories dis season. When Atlanta score first, dem win 7, draw 3, and lose 2, but when dem allow first goal, dem only win one match.
New York Red Bulls dey come from an impressive 4-1 win against Toronto FC, and dem have scored seven goals in their last three matches. Swedish international Emil Forsberg and Lewis Morgan, who lead dem in goals with 13, are players Atlanta’s defense must watch closely. Atlanta’s defense need to be alert and mark Red Bulls attackers without fouling to avoid penalties.
Atlanta United players must show urgency for the full 90 minutes of the match. If dem lose, dem go be eliminated from playoff contention. Dem need to execute well, especially in both boxes, and convert multiple chances to win and improve their goal differential. Fans can watch the match on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV or listen on Sports Radio 92.9 The Game (English) or La Mejor – AM 1600 (Spanish).
In addition to their league struggles, three Atlanta United players – Noah Cobb, Luke Brennan, and Luis Abram – have been called up by their respective national teams for the October international window. Cobb and Brennan will join the United States U-20 men’s national team, while Abram will play for Peru in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers.
