ATLANTA, Ga. (April 7, 2025) – After lightning paused the action Sunday night in Kennesaw, Atlanta United 2 brought the thunder on Monday to grab their first win of the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro season, defeating Inter Miami CF II 3-2 in a two-day, two-venue showdown that had everything: goals, grit, and a glimpse of the future.
🌩 Storm Delay, But No Slowing Down the 2s
The match kicked off Sunday evening at Fifth Third Stadium, but Mother Nature had other plans, halting play in the 24th minute with the score level at 1-1. Fast forward to Monday afternoon at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where the boys picked up right where they left off — with intensity, creativity, and control.
⚽ Moises Magic and Brennan Bags a Banger
Despite conceding early to Miami’s Mateo Saja, the 2s wasted no time responding. Cayman Togashi sparked a high press that freed Moises Tablante, who coolly tucked his finish inside the near post just three minutes later to equalize.
Tablante kept threatening with another effort pinging the crossbar before the weather delay. But the break didn’t cool him off. On Monday, he stayed hot — nearly scoring again in the 33rd minute and then delivering in the 55th with a blistering finish after another midfield win by Togashi.
Luke Brennan added to the party in the 39th minute, cleaning up his own rebound to give Atlanta a 2-1 halftime lead after a clever setup from Ryan Carmichael.
🧤 Hibbert Holds It Down, Wesseh Makes Pro Debut
Goalkeeper Jayden Hibbert played a key role in keeping Miami at bay and launching attacks with smart distribution, including a first-half assist-in-the-making that nearly led to another Tablante stunner.
Academy standout Gabriel Wesseh made his professional debut, showing that the next generation of Atlanta talent is ready to rise.
🧱 Holding Off the Late Push
Miami made things nervy late. In the 89th minute, Preston Plambeck finished a sharp team move to make it 3-2. But the 5-Stripes’ backline dug deep, absorbing the pressure and closing out the match to secure the W.
🗓 Up Next:
Atlanta United 2 (1-1-2, 5 pts) hits the road for a Thursday night showdown against Philadelphia Union II at Subaru Park. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Catch it live on MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app or MLSNEXTPro.com.
Match Highlights:
🟢 Moises Tablante: 2 goals, relentless energy
🟢 Luke Brennan: 1 goal, dangerous runs
🟢 Cayman Togashi: 2 assists, engine in midfield
🟢 Gabriel Wesseh: Pro debut
🟢 Jayden Hibbert: Steady in goal, key clearances
The future is bright, Atlanta. Let’s keep climbing. 🔝
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