Dirty South Soccer · May 15, 2019
De’s Nuggets: Well, Actually Stats Do Lie Sometimes
In the dark days of #deBoerOut, back when Atlanta United was at or near the bottom of the Eastern Conference table, many took solace in the fact that while the Five Stripes were not earning points, at least they were controlling matches and creating chances.
Some of De Boer’s greatest hits so far came from that time. Remember that 2-1 loss to FC Dallas back on 4/20 (a.k.a. Brek Shea Day)? Following the match, the Dutch Philosopher reminded us that “soccer is unfair” and the uncertainty is the reason why the “game is so beautiful.” He even famously told his players, “If you play like this, I think from the 30 games remaining, you will win 28.”