It has been 122 days since Atlanta United last competed on the pitch. As the pandemic unfolded, the team found new ways to stay sharp, relying on Zoom calls, individual training and finally group training. At long last, the 5-Stripes are back and ready to face the New York Red Bulls.
Ahead of this rivalry matchup, we broke down the Tools to the Match, presented by The Home Depot:
Managing Match Fitness
The season disruption caused by Covid-19 resulted in a break longer than a typical offseason. As a result, fitness has been a key factor for players around the league.