By this point, we have a decent idea of Gabriel Heinze’s philosophy and system. And we’ve also documented Atlanta’s struggles trying to adapt. But last weekend in Chicago, a depleted lineup showed how little tactical systems can matter when players make individual mistakes, especially on the defensive side. Let’s take a look at the Fire’s three goals.
Goal 1
After a relatively even first 30 minutes the Fire’s Ignacio Aliseda found the net for the first goal of the game.
Considering this play wasn’t a quick-developing counter against a scrambling defense, it’s hard to accept leaving a player of Aliseda’s quality unmarked inside the box.