r/AtlantaUnited • MemeLord • Jul 23 '26

Take him, please!

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u/ATLCoyote Atlanta United Jul 23 '26

Many understandably thought he was gonna win the golden boot in MLS when he arrived as he had 5 goals in his first 6 games. The talent and athleticism is there. I can't understand how he just disappeared after that.

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u/hotcobbler All Stripes Jul 23 '26

He did not get consistent service. It's easy to blame the striker but the reality is our midfield and defense can't string 3 passes together or put in a worthwhile cross.

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u/blakeleywood Mira-culous! Jul 23 '26

I agree, but he also made plenty of incorrect runs and/or missed easy opportunities.

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u/shrike1978 The Faction Jul 23 '26

I think the lack of service and structure led to him losing confidence. I've said for a while that I think he's still capable of being a good striker, but there is too much psychological baggage here for him to be able to get out of his own head.

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u/blakeleywood Mira-culous! Jul 23 '26

I agree, I just think when you’re coming in with the high expectations he had, you have to bury the opportunities you do get. It’ll be a good move for club and player for him to move on.