Atlanta United have always had a hard time against the New York Red Bulls because the Five Stripes always find difficulties trying to deal with their press. In many aspects, the Red Bulls’ style of play is one that neutralizes Atlanta United’s typical game plan.
This game was no exception even though Atlanta did pull out a win. New York’s high pressing and quick counterattacks posed many challenges for the Five Stripes’ defenders, but they managed to protect both the lead and the second clean sheet of the season.
Today, we’re going to look at some of the more pivotal defensive moments for Atlanta United and what the team did right to avoid conceding to their rivals from the north.