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Marcelino Moreno - Takes two shots in loss Moreno took two shots and created a chance in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Chicago. He also made a clearance, an interception and won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Moreno injected a lot of energy into his side's attack when he was subbed into Saturday's game, but it wasn't enough to even get on the score sheet against the Fire. He should return to the starting XI Thursday against Nashville SC, which have conceded 11 goals in as many matches this season.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ezequiel Barco - Creates three chances in loss Barco took a shot and created three chances in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Chicago.

Impact Barco was active against the Fire but nothing came off for the 22-year-old on Saturday, and his side is now winless in six matches. On Thursday he will face Nashville SC, which are fourth place in the Eastern Conference.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brad Guzan - Concedes three goals against Chicago Guzan made a save but conceded three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against the Fire.

Impact Guzan was beaten by strikes from Ignacio Aliseda and Przemyslaw Frankowski as his side is now winless in six games. It won't get any easier Thursday against Nashville SC, which have scored 14 goals in 11 matches this season.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

George Bello - Comes off injured against Chicago Bello was subbed out of Saturday's defeat against the Fire in the 85th minute after suffering an apparent injury. He took a shot on target and made a clearance in the match before...

Impact It is unclear whether Bello will be forced to miss additional game time due to his potential injury, but it he does then it would be a big loss for Atlanta. He has played 97% of his side's minutes this season and they would struggle to replace his quality on the left flank.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire FC vs. Atlanta United FC

JULY 4, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Ignacio Aliseda scores twice, Fire beat Atlanta United 3-0

Ignacio Aliseda had his first two-goal game in MLS and the Chicago Fire beat Atlanta United 3-0 on Saturday night

JULY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago Fire FC vs. Atlanta United FC ' July 03, 2021 ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JULY 4, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Santiago Sosa - Doesn't travel to Chicago Sosa did not travel to Chicago for Saturday's match because of an undisclosed reason, reports the AJC.

Impact Sosa's absence is a massive blow to the side, as Atlanta are already dealing with a few other players missing out. Sosa has started and gone a full 90 in every game this season and will have to be replaced, possibly by Mo Adams in the midfield.

JULY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alan Franco - Not available against Fire Franco did not travel for Saturday's match against Chicago, according to the AJC.

Impact Franco had a chance to make the starting XI Saturday due to other injuries and absences, but it now looks like he won't be an option either. Franco has struggled for playing time this season and this unknown absence won't help future appearances.

JULY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ezequiel Barco - On the way to Olympics Barco will be part of the Argentine team at the Olympics, and will depart the Atlanta United squad early next week, according to Doug Roberson of The AJC.

Impact Barco was one of the players rumored to be going to the Tokyo Games, and the team has now confirmed it. His selection to the Argentinian squad will leave Atlanta United short-handed, especially with how important he has been to the attack. Erik Lopez could slot into the starting XI in place of Barco.

JULY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Josef Martinez - Doesn't travel with team Martinez (COVID-19) did not travel for Saturday's match against Chicago, reports the AJC.

Impact Martinez was out after catching COVID-19 and it looks like he'll take another few days to get back his fitness. If he can get in a couple days of training next week, he should be ready as soon as the July 8 contest.

JULY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Franco Ibarra - Out at least two weeks Ibarra (hamstring) is expected to miss at least two weeks, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra suffered the injury in Sunday's draw with the New York Red Bulls and will now be out until mid-July at the earliest. Mo Adams could get a chance to start while Ibarra is out.

JULY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire host Atlanta United FC in conference matchup

Atlanta United FC visits the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference play

JULY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago Fire FC vs Atlanta United FC Odds, Betting Lines & Spread for MLS Game on FanDuel Sportsbook Chicago vs Atlanta Game Info 2021 MLS Regular Season Game Chicago Fire FC (1-2-7, 6 points) vs Atlanta United FC (2-6-2, 12 points) Date: Sa...

JUNE 30, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

Report: Atlanta United's George Bello attracting European interest ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Report One of the most talented young players in MLS is drawing an increasing amount of overseas interest, accordin...

JUNE 28, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Josef Martinez - Finishes Copa America Martinez (COVID-19) could return to Atlanta in the early weeks of July after Venezuela was eliminated from the Copa America, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Martinez still has to figure out his situation after testing positive for a COVID-19 variant while in Brazil, but his return should still be imminent with his national team done for the summer. Cubo Torres and Eric Lopez will keep competing for minutes until Martinez returns.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ronald Hernandez - Could return soon Hernandez could return from the Copa America as soon as Saturday's match at Chicago, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Hernandez was with the Venezuelan team for South America's continental tournament but they were eliminated in the group stage. There's still plenty of details to figure out, though Hernandez could make his debut with Atlanta in the near future.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Franco Ibarra - Picks up hamstring issue Ibarra suffered a hamstring injury that forced him out after 37 minutes of Sunday's draw with the New York Red Bulls, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra has started six of the late eight matches but only completed the full 90 twice. Santiago Sosa and Alan Franco are both capable of filling Ibarra's defensive-midfield spot if required to do so.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jurgen Damm - Late scratch in draw Damm was unavailable for selection in Sunday's scoreless draw with the New York Red Bulls due to a "lower body injury", according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Damm has had trouble staying healthy while with Atlanta and it's unclear how long this new knock will keep him out. With only four appearances made this season, Damm has yet to make a serious impact as a starter.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta United and New York Red Bulls end defensive battle with 0-0 draw

JUNE 28, 2021 • Fox Sports

Marcelino Moreno - Serviceable vs. NYRB Moreno recorded two shots (one on goal) and two chances created during a 0-0 draw Sunday versus New York.

Impact Unlike Moreno's previous start Wednesday against NYCFC, he attempted multiple shots and created at least one chance. His next game is scheduled for Saturday at Chicago.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Anton Walkes - Logs five interceptions Walkes recorded five interceptions, two clearances and one tackle won during a 0-0 draw Sunday versus New York.

Impact Walkes and Miles Robinson (his center-back partner) did an excellent job limiting the Red Bulls from opportunities. The former possesses 13 interceptions across Atlanta's last six games.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Erick Torres - Attempts six shots Torres recorded six shots (one on goal) during a 0-0 draw Sunday versus New York.

Impact Torres attempted more shots than any other Atlanta player. Though unable to score, the forward at least recorded value that he did not do during his previous five games.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brooks Lennon - Creating chances with crosses Lennon recorded 14 crosses (seven accurate), six chances created and three corners during a 0-0 draw Sunday versus New York.

Impact Lennon continues to be of Major League Soccer's best statistical contributors. Across his last seven games, he averaged 5.1 accurate crosses and 4.3 chances created.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brad Guzan - Logs clean sheet Guzan recorded four saves, one clearance and the clean sheet during a 0-0 draw Sunday versus New York.

Impact Guzan possesses three clean sheets across 10 games this year. Despite a 30.0 clean-sheet percentage, he also recorded 36 saves and averaged one conceded goal during that span.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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