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Atlanta United Vs Columbus Crew: 5 things we learned – Brilliance in big win

By Josh Bouland

ATLANTA, GA JULY 21: Atlanta's Franco Escobar (2) moves the ball up the field during the match between Atlanta United and DC United on July 21, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta United FC beat DC United by a score of 3 1. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA JULY 21: Atlanta's Franco Escobar (2) moves the ball up the field during the match between Atlanta United and DC United on July 21, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta United FC beat DC United by a score of 3 1. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /
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ATLANTA, GA AUGUST 19: Atlanta goalkeepers Brad Guzan (left) and Alec Kann (right) share a laugh prior to the start of the match between Atlanta United and Columbus Crew on August 19th, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta United FC defeated Columbus Crew SC by a score of 3 – 1. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA AUGUST 19: Atlanta goalkeepers Brad Guzan (left) and Alec Kann (right) share a laugh prior to the start of the match between Atlanta United and Columbus Crew on August 19th, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta United FC defeated Columbus Crew SC by a score of 3 – 1. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

3. Big home win for confidence

Atlanta’s win on Sunday is huge for the team’s confidence, especially considering the upcoming stretch of road games.

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Over the next month, Atlanta will play four road games. They travel to rivals Orlando City, surging DC United, new look Colorado, and a dismal San Jose. While the opponents are not the best in the league (they all sit below the playoff line), they will each pose individual challenges beyond the travel Atlanta has to endure.

Because of the travel implications, and because each of these teams will fight Atlanta tooth and nail, Sunday’s win was huge for the Five Stripes. After an inconsistent run of form that featured alternating draws and wins, Sunday’s win can act as a springboard into these road matches and give Atlanta the confidence they need to grab as many points as possible.

Atlanta has the best road form in the league and they will need to continue their solid road performances if they want to make a strong push at the Supporters’ Shield and a first-round playoff bye.

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