In this episode of the “Southern Fried Soccer” podcast, host Doug Roberson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution wraps up Atlanta United’s MLS season. You’ll hear from club Vice President Carlos Bocanegra and manager Gonzalo Pineda.

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