Atlanta United 2 3:3 Crown Legacy FC — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Arif Kovac scored twice as Crown Legacy FC edged Atlanta United 2 in a chaotic 7-6 victory, with the forward proving the difference in a match that sets up a meeting with Orlando City B on July 5th. The game was a relentless back-and-forth affair from the first whistle, with both sides trading blows in a contest that felt more like a cup tie than a regular league fixture.

Crown Legacy took an early lead through Assane Souleymane Ouedraogo after six minutes, assisted by Aron John, before Brian Romero doubled the advantage with help from Nimfasha Berchimas in the 14th minute. Kovac pulled one back for Atlanta United 2 in the 18th minute, then equalised with Cameron Dunbar's assist twelve minutes later. Nathan Richmond restored Crown Legacy's lead in the 54th minute, and Dominik Chong Qui made it 6-3 with Dunbar again providing the assist. The game shifted decisively when Jack Neeley received a straight red card for Crown Legacy in the 58th minute, yet Atlanta could only add a single goal.

Crown Legacy were the better side in the first half and deserved the win, though the margin flattered their resilience after going down to ten men. CheckLive's model rated Crown Legacy marginally ahead, and the result confirmed that prediction, with the live signal backing the away side at 1.36 and winning. Next up is a home fixture against Orlando City B on July 5th.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Atlanta United 2 vs Crown Legacy FC?

Atlanta United 2 6-7 Crown Legacy FC (MLS Next Pro).

Who scored?

Assane Souleymane Ouedraogo (6', assist Aron John) for Crown Legacy FC; Brian Romero (14', assist Nimfasha Berchimas) for Crown Legacy FC; Arif Kovac (18') for Atlanta United 2; Arif Kovac (30', assist Cameron Dunbar) for Atlanta United 2; Nathan Richmond (54') for Crown Legacy FC; Dominik Chong Qui (60', assist Cameron Dunbar) for Atlanta United 2.

Was Crown Legacy FC's win deserved?

It was close — an evenly matched game.

Were there any red cards in Atlanta United 2 vs Crown Legacy FC?

Yes — sent off: Jack Neeley (Crown Legacy FC, 58').

First half2 - 2

Second half1 - 1

Penalty shoot-out3 - 4

1 - 0
A. Kovac
1 - 1
E. Pena Boardman
2 - 1
D. Chong Qui
2 - 2
C. Cable
2 - 2
A. Jardines
2 - 3
N. Richmond
2 - 3
S. Pita
2 - 3
G. Smith
3 - 3
A. Gill
3 - 4
J. Smith

Head to Head meetings Atlanta United 2 - Crown Legacy FC

Matches12
The biggest draw0
The most effective match3-3

Atlanta United 2

Crown Legacy FC

3
Victories
0
Draws
9
Victories

label	first team	second team
Victories	3	9
Scored goals	13	19
Average per game	1.08	1.58
The biggest victory	3-1	0-3

Atlanta United 2 3:3 Crown Legacy FC — Match Report

Head to Head meetings Atlanta United 2 - Crown Legacy FC

Atlanta United 2

Crown Legacy FC

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