Atlanta United interim head coach Rob Valentino discusses the 2024 season thus far and how he came through the coaching ranks to get where he is today. Plus, reports have Aleksey Miranchuk all but done for Atlanta United! We discuss that plus preview Atlanta's Leagues Cup opener vs. D.C. United.

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Caleb Wiley is officially Chelsea-bound! Sydney and Tyler discuss the long-awaited move, talk about Atlanta United's player development pathway as a whole, and put a wrap on Saturday's big win over the Columbus Crew.

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Well, so much for that. Sydney and Tommy close the book on Atlanta United's 2-2 draw against NYCFC that should have been a win, look ahead to the Columbus Crew, and recap the changes to the MLS roster rules.

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Atlanta United crash out of the Open Cup at the hands of Indy Eleven. Tony Leon drops by as we take a final look at the match, preview Atlanta's trip to CF Montreal, and discuss Gregg Berhalter getting the sack as USMNT head coach.

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Joe and Sam dive into a news-heavy show, plus discuss Atlanta's hilarious win over Toronto Saturday night.

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Thiago Almada's time with Atlanta United could be running short. We discuss that, preview Atlanta's home match vs. Toronto FC, plus catch up with Kevin Egan!

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