Brad Guzan surprises everyone for Atlanta United | Matchday Energy Moment of the Day
His stunning full-field goaltender assist, which enabled ATLUTD to secure a 1-1 draw at New York City FC, is our Energy Moment of the Matchday provided by Celsius for Matchday 8, even though that’s probably not going to happen anytime soon
After Guzan’s punt into open space on the right flank found an open Edwin Mosquera, Atlanta fell down 1-0 when the Colombian’s cross into the box was headed home by Jamal Thiaré for the game-winning header The 39-year-old’s two saves and first-ever MLS assist on the evening helped the Five Stripes finish the game in sixth place in the Eastern Conference with a 3W-2L-1D record, just four points behind the league-leading New York Red Bulls.
Guzan’s first professional assist was in the English Premier League with Aston Villa in 2013. “This pass was a little bit more intentional, I would say,” Guzan stated after the game. “But they both count, so it’s alright.”
Guzan’s influence on the game made head coach Gonzalo Pineda especially happy. “He is someone I greatly admire.” “Today was just another one of Brad’s many excellent performances that I’ve seen,” Pineda remarked. This is his first-ever assist in Major League Soccer. I’m glad of that.
At 2:30 pm ET on Sunday (Apple TV, Free, FOX), Guzan and Atlanta take on the unbeaten Philadelphia Union at home.