Atlanta United needed a big performance to overcome a team they’ve never beaten before. And that’s just what they got on Sunday, overpowering the Red Bulls to the tune of a 3-0 scoreline at Mercedes-Benz Stadium to take a massive step toward MLS Cup.
The 3-0 scoreline means any result better than a three-goal defeat in the second leg will send Atlanta United to their first ever MLS Cup. It’s a massive step forward, but there’s still work to do for a Five Stripes squad with silverware on their mind this season.