Atlanta United fans and staff are constantly proclaiming how important it is for the club to be a global organization. Ownership has certainly backed that ambition up with first-class decisions and substantial investment, as well as significant domestic success. However, without international achievement, can the club really make such claims?
Tuesday provides Atlanta United with the perfect opportunity to knock off 17-time Honduran champion Motagua, advance to a possible matchup with mighty Mexican side, Club America, and stake their claim as a true contender in the CONCACAF Champions League.
Atlanta United achieved a 1-1 draw on the road a week ago thanks to Josef Martinez a goal and some resolute defending.