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D.C. United 3, Atlanta United 1: By the numbers

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May 1, 2017

A by-the-numbers look at Atlanta United’s 3-1 loss to D.C. United on Sunday at Georgia Tech’s Bobby Dodd Stadium:

1

Own goal against Atlanta United, charged to Michael Parkhurst. It was the second own-goal against Atlanta United this season. The first came against Anton Walkes in the inaugural game against New York Red Bulls.

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2

Goals for Kenwyne Jones this season after his header opened the scoring in the 9th minute.

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3

Assists for Yamil Asad this season after his pass led to Jones’ goal.

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6

Dropped points from Atlanta United’s three home games this season.

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9

Shots for D.C. United, seven on target.

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26

Shots for Atlanta United, seven on target. The most interesting stat: 15 shots inside the penalty box.

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43.8

Percent of duels were won by Atlanta United.

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56.5

Percent passing accuracy for D.C. United

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73.9

Percent possession for Atlanta United.

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84.4

Percent passing accuracy for Atlanta United.

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636

Passes for Atlanta United. D.C. United had 230.

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