The vibes were electric Saturday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and once again, Miguel Almirón delivered a moment that had the 17s roaring with pride.
On a night where the roof was open, the Morehouse Glee Club set the tone, and Atlanta celebrated Black excellence on HBCU Night, one of the club’s most beloved legends etched his name even deeper into 5-Stripes history.
⚽ History in the Making
Just 17 minutes into the match against FC Dallas, the city’s adopted son stepped up to the penalty spot with a calm swagger. After Emmanuel Latte Lath drew a foul inside the box, fans wondered who’d take Atlanta United’s first PK of the season. Would it be Lobjanidze? Silva? Latte himself?
Nah. It was Miggy time.
With his signature left foot, Almirón slotted it coolly into the bottom corner past Maarten Paes, igniting MBS with a roar. That strike wasn’t just another goal — it was Almirón’s 23rd in MLS regular season play, tying him with Thiago Almada for second all-time in club history. Only King Josef Martínez (98 goals) sits above them in the record books.
🌆 A Goal for the City
After the ball kissed the net, Miggy jogged to the corner flag, eyes lifted toward the stands and the Atlanta night sky pouring in from above. His smile said it all — he’s back, he’s home, and he’s loving every second of it.
The 1-1 draw may not have matched the goalfest from the 4-3 comeback over NYCFC last weekend, but Almirón’s moment kept the energy high and the fans buzzing.
It was his second goal in as many games, following last week’s equalizer that sparked the dramatic rally. Now, with another tally added to his legacy, he’s got a shot at claiming the No. 2 spot solo next weekend when the 5-Stripes wrap up their homestand against New England Revolution on April 12.
📈 Miggy’s Climb:
Most MLS Goals in Atlanta United History
- Josef Martínez – 98
- Miguel Almirón – 23
- Thiago Almada – 23
- (To be determined…)
