I struggled whether to call this a “Prekrap” or not, but, since that’s Parker’s thing, I’m resorting to stressing that this is a non-Prekrap preview. Also because calling it a Yendys doesn’t have quite the same ring to it.
With that out of the way, let’s dive into what is Atlanta United’s first match in quite some time - in over two weeks, in fact - as it faces Gyasi Zardes, Zack Steffen and the Austin Aztex Austin SC Austin some Texas-themed nickname that isn’t “Bold” Columbus Crew SC on Sunday.
Crew might just be getting hot
Before the MLS Cup Playoffs began last year, I stated on this website that I wanted no part in Crew SC in a potential knockout round matchup for Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium:
I don’t know about you, but a potential Atlanta/Columbus matchup would be horrific for United.