The wait for an Atlanta United win finally and mercifully came to an end on Saturday night as Five Stripes went on the road and beat defending MLS Cup champions Columbus Crew, 3-2. Interim manager Rob Valentino earned his first career win as Ezequiel Barco notched a brace and Marcelino Moreno added one to give Atlanta a sorely needed three points. Here are a few thoughts on a relieving and joyous night in Columbus.
- Throwing tactics and systems out of the window for a second, we need to acknowledge the effect Rob Valentino has had on the whole squad.