In this edition of the Atlanta United-focused podcast “Southern Fried Soccer,” Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution hosts Felipe Cardenas of the Athletic, Chris Fuhrmeister of ProSoccerUSA, and Marcel Pourtout of the Sports Inquirer talk about the Five Stripes play so far, including biggest surprises,  players who need to step up, who will make an impact during May, and if the team can win the MLS Supporters’ Shield.

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