Photos: Atlanta United beats D.C. United

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Photos: Atlanta United beats D.C. United

Photos from the Atlanta United vs. D.C. United soccer match on September 18 2021.

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco (8) reacts after scoring a goal off of a free kick during the first half against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021. Atlanta United won 3-2. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco (8) reacts after scoring a goal off of a free kick during the first half against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco (8) reacts after scoring a goal off of a free kick during the first half against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco (8) celebrates after scoring a goal off of a free kick with teammates during the first half against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco (8) celebrates after scoring a goal off of a free kick with teammates during the first half against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco (8) scores a goal off of a free kick during the first half against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

D.C. United defender Donovan Pines (23, left) fouls Atlanta United defender George Bellow (21) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

D.C. United defender Donovan Pines (23, left) fouls Atlanta United defender George Bellow (21) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United fans high five players after Atlanta United's 3-2 win against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan reacts after their 3-2 win against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan reacts after their 3-2 win against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United head coach Gonzalo Pineda, right, talks with forward Luis Araujo (19) during the second half of their match against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco, facing, hugs forward Josef Martinez (7) after their 3-2 win against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United head coach Gonzalo Pineda, center, talks with forward Luis Araujo (19) during the second half of their match against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United defender George Bello (21) celebrates his goal with forward Josef Martinez during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United defender George Bello (21) scores a goal during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United defender George Bello (21) reacts after scoring a goal during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

An Atlanta United fan holds a photograph of forward Josef Martinez during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez reacts after missing a scoring opportunity during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United forward Luis Araujo reacts after a missed shot on goal during the second half of their match against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez reacts after scoring a goal during the second half against D.C. United at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez (7) attempts a shot against D.C. United goalkeeper Bill Hamid (24) during the second half at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan makes a save against D.C, United players during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United forward Luiz Araujo (19) makes a move against a D.C. United defender during the second half at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United defender George Bello (21) controls the ball against D.C. United midfielder Russell Canouse (6) during the first half of their match at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez (7) controls the ball against D.C. United players during the second half at Mercedes Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

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Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco (8) reacts after scoring a goal off of a free kick during the first half against D.C. United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday, September 18, 2021. Atlanta United won 3-2. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

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