In the first game of Atlanta United’s two-game series to finish off the team’s preseason training camp in Mexico, the Five Stripes took on Liga MX side C.D. Guadalajara. The Five Stripes lost 3-0 to Chivas in a physical preseason match-up that saw three injuries and two red cards.
Atlanta United’s newest signing, Thiago Almada, made his first appearance for the Five Stripes against Chivas, primarily featuring on the left side of Atlanta United’s front line. Miles Robinson stepped in to replace Alex de John, who has been starting for Atlanta United throughout the preseason.