On Dec. 8, 2018, Atlanta United won MLS Cup. On Dec. 9, beloved manager Tata Martino departed Atlanta, heading south to take over the Mexican National Team. “El Tata” had lead the Five Stripes to glory after just two years of existence. And without question, he left big shoes to fill for the new manager. That man turned out to be Frank de Boer, whose tumultuous reign ended yesterday after three losses, and zero goals, at the MLS is Back Tournament.
Martino’s departure one day after winning MLS Cup signified a change in manager.