By the numbers: Atlanta United's first 14 matches did not go well

We're brave enough to look at the underlyings. Are you?

Jun 08, 2026

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We interrupt your preparation for the World Cup to remind you that MLS and Atlanta United will return whether you like it or not.

We’ll let you get back to visions of communities around the world coming together to celebrate one of the great sporting events in human history in a moment, but first, we have to do our due diligence and talk to you about the first half of Atlanta United’s 2026 season. Even worse, we’re Five Stripe Final. There’s going to be a lot of numbers. Bad, scary numbers.

So, how bad was it?

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