With their playoff spot already assured, Atlanta United’s trip to struggling FC Cincinnati on Wednesday night might not seem like an entirely important fixture.
However, coming off the back off two straight defeats, the first time they have suffered back-to-back losses since May, the Five Stripes need to rediscover their mojo as the postseason approaches.
Frank de Boer’s side enjoyed a stunning August, sealing the Campeones Cup with a 3-2 win over Club America, beating rivals Orlando City in the U.S. Open Cup semi-final before going on to hoist the trophy with a 2-1 win over Minnesota United.