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Match Preview: Atlanta United 2 vs Bethlehem Steel FC

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Atlanta United 2 returns to action on Sunday, July 29 when it faces Bethlehem Steel FC at Goodman Stadium. The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:00 p.m. EST and will be streamed live on ESPN+.


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Atlanta United 2 lost 1-0 against Nashville SC Wednesday night at First Tennessee Park. Despite ATL UTD 2 taking more shots and dominating possession, substitute Taylor Washington scored late for Nashville to steal the three points. Lagos Kunga tied the team’s single-match record for most chances created with five.


Bethlehem Steel had its eight-match home unbeaten streak snapped Thursday, July 26 vs Indy Eleven in a 1-0 loss at Goodman Stadium. Substitute Jack McInerney scored in the 86th minute from a header to end Indy’s two-match losing streak and strengthen its playoff standing.


Saturday’s match is the second meeting between the two teams. ATL UTD 2 won the first match 2-1 at Coolray Field July 11.

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