Atlanta United 2 earned a 4-1 win against Huntsville City FC on March 15 at Turner Soccer Complex in Athens, Georgia. Cameron Dunbar provided two assists, and Liam Butts scored his first two goals for Atlanta United 2, marking his 19th and 20th career goals in MLS NEXT Pro.
The match began with Huntsville taking an early lead in the 14th minute when Leo Christiano scored after a deflection off Toto Majub. Atlanta United responded in the 26th minute as Adrian Gill set up a play that led to Dunbar assisting Butts for the equalizer near the goal line.
In the second half, Dominik Chong Qui helped create opportunities for Atlanta. Although Santiago Pita’s penalty attempt was saved by Will Mackay, Luke Brennan soon gave Atlanta United the lead with a shot from outside the box. Butts extended the advantage to 3-1 after connecting with another cross from Dunbar. The final goal came in the 86th minute when Arif Kovac assisted Enzo Dovlo, who finished past Mackay to secure the result.
Atlanta United FC operates from Atlanta, Georgia according to the official website. The club participates as a Major League Soccer team in the Eastern Conference according to the official website. Atlanta United has achieved notable success, winning the MLS Cup in 2018 and both the U.S. Open Cup and Campeones Cup in 2019 according to the official website.
Atlanta United FC maintains its base in Atlanta, Georgia according to the official website. The team will return to action on Sunday, March 22, traveling to North Carolina to face Crown Legacy FC.
