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Atlanta United defeated New England Revolution 2-0, showcasing strong defense and impactful performances from Thiaré and Almirón.

Atlanta United secured a convincing 2-0 victory against New England Revolution in a preseason friendly at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. This win marks Atlanta`s third triumph in five preseason matches, showcasing their growing form ahead of the regular season.

Jamal Thiaré opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a powerful header from an Alexey Miranchuk cross, setting the tone for the match. Mateusz Klich doubled the lead in the 56th minute, capitalizing on a soft clearance to strike the ball into the left side of the net. The match highlighted Atlanta United`s robust defensive performance, with key contributions from Luis Abram and Derrick Williams, who made timely clearances to thwart New England`s attacks.

Miguel Almirón made a notable impact upon his return to the club, demonstrating his pace and control throughout the match. Despite multiple substitutions in the second half, Atlanta United maintained their composure and continued to create scoring opportunities. Goalkeeper Josh Cohen made a crucial save in the 90th minute, ensuring the clean sheet and securing the victory.

Looking ahead, Atlanta United will face FC Cincinnati on February 12 at IMG Academy, followed by a final friendly against FC Dallas at the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground. Both matches will be streamed live on atlutd.com/live. Meanwhile, the Coachella Valley Invitational continues at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, featuring several MLS clubs.

For more insights, check out the Atlanta United recap and the Coachella Valley Invitational updates.

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