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Southern Fried Soccer: Previewing Atlanta United vs. Houston

July 4, 2021 - Atlanta, Ga: Atlanta United Interim coach Rob Valentino coaches from the bench during the first half against the Columbus Crew at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, July 24, 2021 in Atlanta. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION
July 4, 2021 - Atlanta, Ga: Atlanta United Interim coach Rob Valentino coaches from the bench during the first half against the Columbus Crew at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, July 24, 2021 in Atlanta. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION
Doug Roberson
By Doug Roberson

In this episode of the podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” host Doug Roberson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution previews Atlanta United’s MLS match against Houston on Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It will be the Five Stripes’ first match since the firing of Gonzalo Pineda and Rob Valentino being named the interim manager.

In this episode, you’ll hear from Valentino and players Brooks Lennon, Brad Guzan and Dax McCarty.

You’ll also hear Apple MLS analyst Ross Smith.

Roberson also answers your questions.

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