Diego de la Torre Assistant Coach | Atlanta United FC Website
Diego de la Torre Assistant Coach | Atlanta United FC Website
Atlanta United will be donning the Resurgens Kit as they travel to New Jersey for a conference clash against the New York Red Bulls. The 5-Stripes recently played to a 2-2 draw against Inter Miami at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with Alexey Miranchuk and Pedro Amador earning spots on the MLS Team of the Matchday for their performances.
The New York Red Bulls will honor Dax McCarty, who plans to retire after the 2024 season. McCarty spent five and a half seasons playing for NYRB, including being named captain in 2015.
The match details are as follows:
Date: Saturday, September 21
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Red Bull Arena
Fans traveling to Harrison can view the Traveling Supporters Guide, while those staying in Atlanta can watch the match at local pub partners with fellow supporters.
The match can be watched on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. Local radio broadcasts are available on 92.9 The Game and La Mejor, with live streaming also accessible via the Apple TV App or at https://tv.apple.com/. Real-time stats and play-by-play will be available on the Matchday Hub Page.
Atlanta United concluded their two-game homestand against Nashville SC and Inter Miami CF with one point. Despite recent results, they carry some momentum into their match against New York after overcoming two deficits to secure a draw against Miami. Summer acquisitions Alexey Miranchuk and Pedro Amador continue to acclimate to MLS play. Atlanta currently sits at 11th in the Eastern Conference but is only one point behind Philadelphia Union in ninth place with 33 points.
New York Red Bulls started the season strong but have experienced a dip in form lately. They have not won since MLS resumed following the Leagues Cup break, extending their winless streak to four games with a recent loss to Chicago Fire. New York is currently fifth in the Eastern Conference with 43 points.
Historically, Atlanta United has a record of 2-10-4 against New York Red Bulls. In their last matchup, New York scored four unanswered goals for a decisive victory.
Key players include Saba Lobjanidze for Atlanta United, known for his speed and playmaking abilities, and Lewis Morgan for New York Red Bulls, who leads his team with 12 goals this season.