Atlanta United 2 welcomed Lawrence Wyke and the Tampa Bay Rowdies back to the Fraction in yet another challenging match-up against old Eastern Conference rivals. The Rowdies currently lead the Atlantic Division and entered the match on an eight-game unbeaten streak. The 2s entered the match in fifth place in the Central Division with their eyes fixed on the final playoff spot. With the end of the season in sight and their final home match fast approaching at the end of the month, every point counts for this ascendant 2s team.
Erik López made his Atlanta United 2 debut as part of a forward trio with Mackey Diop and Darwin Matheus.