Losing any competitive match is a bitter pill to swallow. Usually, getting knocked out of a cup competition is even worse. You have every right to be upset after Miami FC eliminated Atlanta United from the U.S. Open Cup via a 93rd minute Kwadwo Poku goal. While you’re searching for a target to aim your blame, you’re likely aiming your arrow at the lineup selection by Tata Martino. His decision to rest most of Atlanta’s impact players was a huge factor in the result, there’s no denying it. However, that decision was a measured and logical one that needed to be made.
Why Tata Martino’s Open Cup squad decisions were smart and logical
