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Training Ground Notebook: Three wins, real belief, and a Galaxy test waiting
Atlanta United's training ground had a different feel this week. The players sounded like it, Tata Martino sounded like it, and the conversations were less about fixing problems and more about sustaining something that is starting to work. Atlanta United training on Friday ahead of the LA Galaxy match. (photo: Vanessa Angel for the SDH Network) The three-game winning streak has changed the atmosphere inside the building, and nobody in Atlanta's media availability this week tr

Jason Longshore
May 88 min read


The Long View: Miranchuk's Map
Atlanta controlled less of the game than the scoreline suggests. What they controlled was the right part of it. Before the first ball was kicked Saturday night, the tactical shape of the match was already clear. Montréal under interim head coach Philippe Eullaffroy had simplified considerably from what Marco Donadel was attempting earlier in the season. The idea was pragmatic: sit compact, surrender possession voluntarily, defend with numbers, and punish Atlanta in transition

Jason Longshore
May 48 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


Final Whistle: Three Goals, Three Wins, One Week, Atlanta United Are on a Run
The first match of May for Atlanta United was the sixth match in 18 days for the Five Stripes, covering both MLS and US Open Cup play. It was an opportunity to go for a third win in a row. Three wins in a row in all competitions for Atlanta United for the first time since 2021. (photo: Vanessa Angel for the SDH Network) Tata Martino made some rotations from the midweek win at Matthews against Charlotte FC. Lucas Hoyos started in net. The backline was Pedro Amador, Enea Mihaj,
Jon Nelson
May 23 min read


Training Ground Notebook: Atlanta United's homegrown core steps forward
Will Reilly, Cooper Sanchez, Jay Fortune, and Matt Edwards are taking ownership of Atlanta United's turnaround. Tata Martino's ideas are starting to take hold, and the homegrowns are leading the way.

Jason Longshore
Apr 306 min read


Soccer Mom. School Builder.
Stewart Lathan didn't come to Atlanta United as an educator. She came as a parent. Six years later, the school she built at the training ground is the quiet engine behind everything the academy is becoming.

Jason Longshore
Apr 298 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


Final Whistle: Cooper Sanchez, Alexey Miranchuk Send Atlanta United to Open Cup Quarterfinals
Alexey Miranchuk and Cooper Sanchez scored as Atlanta United defeated Charlotte FC 2-0 Tuesday to reach the US Open Cup quarterfinals.
Jon Nelson
Apr 283 min read


Training Ground Notebook: "Why would I go looking outside for what I already have at home?"
Tata Martino reflects on Atlanta United's road win in Toronto, explains why he trusts his academy midfielders averaging 20 years old, and Tristan Muyumba talks goal, the six position, and a baby on the way.

Jason Longshore
Apr 277 min read


The Long View: Proof of Concept
Atlanta United won 2-1 at Toronto without Miguel Almirón, overcoming a disallowed goal and an injury to Cayman Togashi. The Long View breaks down how the midfield finally arrived, why the second goal was proof of a season-long process, and what it means for where this team is headed.

Jason Longshore
Apr 278 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


Final Whistle: The Smooth Operator Delivers, Miranchuk's Curler Sparks Atlanta United's First Road Win of 2026
Alexey Miranchuk's free kick and a Tristan Muyumba strike give Atlanta United a 2-1 road win at Toronto FC, snapping a four-match losing streak.
Jon Nelson
Apr 255 min read


The Long View: The Work Was Real, So Was the Loss
2.57 xG. 50 final-third entries. 40 box touches. Atlanta United still lost. The Long View on the gap between the work and the result.

Jason Longshore
Apr 238 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


Training Ground Notebook: Tata Martino knows exactly where Atlanta United is breaking down
Tata Martino breaks down Atlanta United's final third problem ahead of Wednesday's match against New England Revolution. Plus: Cooper Sanchez is ahead of every timeline.

Jason Longshore
Apr 217 min read


Final Whistle: Nashville Ends the Night Early
Nashville SC ended Atlanta United's night early, handing the Five Stripes a 2-0 defeat and their sixth loss in eight MLS matches. Full match recap from SDH Network.
Jon Nelson
Apr 183 min read


Training Ground Notebook: Atlanta United Faces Nashville Without Its Most Important Player
Tata Martino and Matías Galarza addressed Miguel Almirón's knee injury, the Nashville SC challenge, and a midfield that is only now starting to come together. Here's what Friday's media session revealed.

Jason Longshore
Apr 176 min read
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