Atlanta United reshuffle the midfield after a run of draws
Atlanta’s coaching staff is changing its midfield structure to turn draws into wins before the season ends.
Too many draws have left Atlanta chasing a playoff place, and the coaching staff is making changes.
Key takeaways
- Five draws in the last seven matches
- Switching to a single holding midfielder
- Two points outside the playoff line
What happened
The club has drawn five of its last seven matches and is switching from a double pivot to a single holding midfielder to add attacking numbers.
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Why it matters
With the playoff line tightly packed, converting even two of those draws into wins could decide Atlanta’s season.
Atlanta’s coaching staff is changing its midfield structure to turn draws into wins before the season ends.
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What to watch next
- Defensive balance in the new shape
- Chance creation from wide areas
- Results against direct rivals
