Atlanta United Vs Toronto FC: 5 things we learned

Atlanta United Vs Toronto FC: 5 things we learned – Typical Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA OCTOBER 21: Atlanta United head coach Gerardo Martino questions the referee during the match between Atlanta United and the Chicago Fire on October 21st, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta United FC defeated the Chicago Fire by a score of 2 to 1. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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TORONTO, ON – OCTOBER 28: Josef Martinez (7) of Atlanta United FC reacts after missing a shot during the first half of the MLS Decision Day match between Toronto FC and Atlanta United FC on October 28, 2018, at BMO Field in Toronto, ON, Canada. (Photograph by Julian Avram/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

2. Lost trophy

Speaking of the club’s first trophy (or lack thereof), Atlanta’s loss to Toronto meant they missed out on their first piece of silverware. It wasn’t for lack of trying, as the team won five of its last seven matches to close out the season.

The team never really stood a chance on Sunday as Toronto stated they had extra motivation to stop Atlanta from winning. Atlanta never held a lead and with New York beating Orlando, Atlanta’s only option was to win in Toronto.

Atlanta will look back and think “what if.” What if they had found a second goal against a 10 man Seattle at home? What if the team hadn’t blown a 2-1 lead at Dallas?

It was a disappointing end to an otherwise great regular season. The team finished second all time in points scored in a season and they broke the record for most away wins in a season in MLS history.

The Five Stripes put together a fantastic season, but New York Red Bulls put together an even better one. There is no shame in losing the trophy to such a quality opponent. Especially when that opponent beat you handily in both games this season.

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