Atlanta United defeated the Philadelphia Union 3-1 on March 14, with Miguel Almirón recording three assists and breaking the club’s all-time assist record. Emmanuel Latte Lath scored and assisted, while Alexey Miranchuk added a goal in a match that saw Atlanta United secure its first win of the 2026 season.
The result is significant for Atlanta United as it marks a strong start to their campaign and highlights key performances from several players. The team competes in Major League Soccer’s Eastern Conference, according to the official website.
During the match, Almirón assisted on all three goals, bringing his total to 38 assists in all competitions and surpassing the previous club record. Latte Lath opened his scoring account for the season and also provided an assist. Tomás Jacob scored his first goal for Atlanta United after connecting with an Almirón cross early in the second half. The defense, led by Stian Gregersen and Enea Mihaj, played a crucial role in limiting Philadelphia’s opportunities.
The game featured several notable moments, including a missed penalty by Philadelphia’s Milan Iloski and consistent attacking play from Atlanta United. Despite conceding a late goal to Agustín Anello of Philadelphia, Atlanta maintained control throughout most of the match.
Atlanta United operates from Atlanta, Georgia, according to the official website. The club has previously achieved success by winning the MLS Cup in 2018 as well as capturing both the U.S. Open Cup and Campeones Cup in 2019, according to the official website.
Looking ahead, Atlanta United will continue its homestand with a match against D.C. United scheduled for Saturday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m.
