Atlanta United’s four-match winning streak was rudely interrupted by fellow southerners Nashville SC on Saturday evening. The Five Stripes were severely frustrated by their regional foes and dealt a momentum halting 2-0 loss at home in Gonzalo Pineda’s first match as manager. On a day where seemingly nothing would fall in Atlanta’s favor, Nashville took their chances and left the home side wondering how it all went wrong. Here are a few thoughts on a sobering afternoon at the Benz.
- The build-up to this match felt different. After four straight wins and knowing a brand new manager was coming in, it almost felt like the good ole days through out the week.