Jon Gallagher’s 2-goal performance for Atlanta United in its 4-0 win over hapless D.C. United on Saturday continued what has been a strong performance for the Irishman. In 5 starts spanning 8 appearances, Atlanta’s 1st-round pick in the 2018 SuperDraft has scored 3 goals as he has stood as a bright spot in an otherwise dim season for the Five Stripes.
And it’s his growth that will be vital to the club further positioning itself on the Eastern Conference table. Atlanta are tied with the Montreal Impact and Nashville SC on 15 points, but hold the 8th spot in the East on goal differential.