Atlanta United’s Martinez receives MLS monthly honor

Atlanta United striker Josef Martinez was named the MLS player of the month on Tuesday after scoring six goals in five games during the month.

Martinez, 26, has scored in 13 consecutive league games, a record. He has 23 goals this season. Atlanta United, third in the East with 48 points, will host Columbus on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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Atlanta United has improved in 4-3-3, just not in area expected

In the past three matches, the United's goals allowed per match, expected goals against per match, shots against, and shots on goal against per match have improved.

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Atlanta United scores late to tie Chicago

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Atlanta United has improved in 4-3-3, just not in area expected

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Ronny Deila says Atlanta United is soft on set pieces

Atlanta United scores late to tie Chicago

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