Atlanta United will take on FC Cincinnati at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday night in a rematch after their 2-2 tie with the Philadelphia Union. Cincinnati has 12 points, just one point more than the 5-Stripes in the MLS Eastern Conference standings.
Attacking midfielder Thiago Almada discussed the team’s game plan and potential obstacles against Cincinnati with the local media. The team hopes to secure another three points at home.
One word that could sum up Atlanta’s season opener is adaptability. Everyone has to be on the lookout for lineup changes due to an early off week, the March FIFA international window, and injuries to various players.
Almada represented Argentina’s U-23 team as one of the six Atlanta United players called up during the international window. Four different strikers have worn the jersey throughout the played matches. It has been emphasized to stick with the plan despite the shifting circumstances.
When questioned whether his play was affected by the lineup changes, Almada responded, “I don’t think it changes.” “Everyone who plays does their best; the system is the same.”
Almada stated that this match will probably continue the pattern of competitive, back-and-forth matches between Atlanta and Cincinnati. The team will need to “be alert, especially defensively,” Almada said in response to a question on how the club is seeing the clash.
On Saturday, Atlanta will try to improve that record by taking on FC Cincinnati. When play begins at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. ET, it will be streamed live on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. The game may also be heard by fans on La Mejor – AM 16000 (Spanish) or 92.9 The Game (English).
