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Montreal 2, Atlanta United 1: Man of the match

Atlanta United’s Kenwyne Jones (9) celebrates with teammates Miguel Almiron (10) and Greg Garza (4) after scoring during the first half of an MLS soccer game against the Montreal Impact, in Montreal, Saturday, April 15, 2017. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press via AP)
Atlanta United’s Kenwyne Jones (9) celebrates with teammates Miguel Almiron (10) and Greg Garza (4) after scoring during the first half of an MLS soccer game against the Montreal Impact, in Montreal, Saturday, April 15, 2017. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press via AP)
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April 15, 2017

The man of the match for Atlanta United in Saturday’s 2-1 loss at Montreal:

KENWYNE JONES

Forward

Why: He scored his first goal for the MLS expansion team with a right-footed shot in the 40th minute. He also provided an outlet for hold-up play, particularly in the second half when Atlanta United was reduced to 10 men.

Quote: "It was bittersweet obviously. We didn't get the result that we came for. Of course it's good to score your first goal. At the same time, coming in on the back of a loss it's not so well received."

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