Atlanta United FC continued their impressive start to their first ever MLS season by extinguishing the Chicago Fire at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta 4-0 on Saturday. What were the three biggest takeaways from Saturday’s matchup?
The hype is real. Many have questioned the excitement surrounding Atlanta all year. After letting their first game, a game they dominated statistically, slip away, many analysts were quick to bring out their “I told you so,” phrases to tamp down the huge expectations from many Atlanta faithful.
But the boys in Red, Black, and Gold have responded in a big way with two huge victories including Saturday’s thrashing of the Chicago Fire.