Atlanta United fell 1-0 to New York Red Bulls Saturday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Marcelino Moreno started in his MLS debut and played 61 minutes before being substituted by Adam Jahn.
Atlanta controlled 61% of possession in the first half, out-shooting New York five to one, however was unable to capitalize on its chances created. The team’s best opportunity of the first half came after a corner kick in the 39th minute. A long corner kick found its way to Brooks Lennon, who played the ball to Jake Mulraney at the top of the 18-yard box. Mulraney’s low shot was deflected by Daniel Royer and off the crossbar to keep the match scoreless heading into halftime.