|| Atlanta United's hot streak continued on Wednesday night as they defeated FC Cincinnati 4-0 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta won their sixth game in a row, thanks to a Josef Martinez brace, Luiz Araujo's first MLS goal, and Ezequiel Barco's late free-kick golazo, pushing them into sole possession of the Eastern Conference's seventh Audi MLS Cup Playoffs position. Within five minutes, the hosts seized the lead due to a stunning solo effort by Araujo, who enthralled the home fans with a 1-0 scoreline, his first since joining on deadline day from reigning Ligue 1 champions Lille.
Meanwhile, an opportunity for FC Cincinnati to draw level was squandered in the 23rd minute when Brenner's touch in front of the net on a cross went wide. After pouncing on a bad Atlanta turnover just before the half-hour mark, the Brazilian striker had an even better chance, but he blasted past Brad Guzan's goal.
When Atlanta extended their lead in the 40th minute on a set-piece routine, the Orange & Blue ...