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Maddie's Version: Atlanta Took It From Them
Atlanta United earned the draw against Orlando and took something more valuable: momentum. Madison Crews breaks down the equalizer, the homegrown moment, and what has to sharpen before Tuesday's Open Cup knockout match.
Madison Crews
May 173 min read


Maddie's Version: Atlanta Let This One Slip Away
That is not how you want to leave Mercedes-Benz Stadium before a long road stretch. Atlanta United fell to LA Galaxy 2-1 at home on Saturday, and it was a match that felt like it had layers to it. The first half started well. Atlanta was doing good things. And then the referee became the story for a while, and that changed the feel of the game in a way that was hard to shake. The referee Fotis Bazakos was a main character on Saturday night at the Benz. (photo: Vanessa Angel f

Jason Longshore
May 103 min read


Maddie's Version: The Response Was the Point
Atlanta United needed to keep stacking wins after the Toronto result and the Open Cup. And tonight, against Montréal, they did exactly that. Three goals, three points, and a performance that felt like more than just a result. It was a weird start, though. I have to be honest about that. Montréal scored in the sixth minute, and it came off a giveaway. Atlanta was too slow building out of the back, and Montréal does not press high unless they absolutely have to. Atlanta got cau
Madison Crews
May 33 min read


Maddie's Version: The Results Are Finally Matching the Work
Madison Crews breaks down Atlanta United's U.S. Open Cup win in Charlotte, highlighting Cooper Sanchez's first team goal, the homegrown core, and a team that is finally building real momentum.

Jason Longshore
Apr 293 min read


Maddie's Version: Atlanta United Answered the Moment in Toronto
Atlanta United picks up a 2-1 road win over Toronto FC. Madison Crews breaks down the second half performance, the homegrown standouts, and what it means heading into the Open Cup.
Madison Crews
Apr 262 min read


Maddie's Version: The One That Got Away
Atlanta United was the better team against New England. So why does this one sting so much? Madison Crews breaks down the loss and what has to change before Toronto.
Madison Crews
Apr 232 min read


Maddie's Version: Atlanta Wasn't a Threat. That's the Problem.
Madison Crews breaks down Atlanta United's loss to Nashville SC, the transition goal that opened the door, and why a stagnant, predictable attack has to change before match compression hits.
Madison Crews
Apr 192 min read


Maddie's Version: Atlanta United Answered the Call Against Chattanooga
Maddie's Version on Atlanta United's U.S. Open Cup win over Chattanooga FC. Jay Fortune, Cayman Togashi, and a response that means something going into Nashville.

Jason Longshore
Apr 163 min read


Maddie's Version: Atlanta United Showed Something in Chicago. It Has to Be Something to Build On.
Madison Crews breaks down Atlanta United's 1-0 loss to the Chicago Fire, finding reasons for optimism in the team's fight, effort, and overall performance despite the result.
Madison Crews
Apr 122 min read


Maddie’s Version: The Attack Remains Atlanta United’s Biggest Concern
Atlanta United’s 3-1 loss to Columbus exposed lingering problems in the attack, from decision-making to intensity, while Jay Fortune’s return offered one positive.
Madison Crews
Apr 53 min read


Maddie’s Version: Atlanta United brought the quality and the fight against Philadelphia
Atlanta United earned its first win of the 2026 season against Philadelphia, showing sharper attacking chemistry, more fight, and signs the new pieces are starting to come together.
Madison Crews
Mar 144 min read


Maddie’s Version: Steps Forward and Steps Backward in Atlanta United’s Loss
Madison Crews reacts to Atlanta United’s 3–2 loss to Real Salt Lake, breaking down improvements in buildup, transition defending issues, and the mentality the Five Stripes must show moving forward.
Madison Crews
Mar 83 min read


Maddie’s Version: The Baseline Is Set
Alright. Atlanta United’s 2–0 loss in Cincinnati was never about being the finished product. It was about setting a baseline. And honestly, I think they did. The first half was really good. It was even. It was competitive. For about 20 to 25 minutes, Atlanta came out with energy, speed, and intent. It felt like those early 2017 matches. All gas. High line. Protagonist mindset. The issue was sustaining it. You saw the drop. The energy that carried the first stretch didn’t quit
Madison Crews
Feb 223 min read
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