Brad Guzan turns back the clock in 0-0 draw with LAFC

One week after considered one of his worst performances in an Atlanta United shirt, Guzan put in a shift on the highway in opposition to the defending MLS Cup Champions LAFC to earn his facet some extent.

LAFC huffed and puffed however had been unable to get previous the wall that was Guzan. The Black and Gold gathered an xG of two.30 and had 22 photographs on purpose in the sport, however had been left pissed off come full-time.

The hosts had been additionally the higher facet for the majority of the sport with their aggressive urgent that usually noticed Atlanta battle to get out of their very own half. However, the 38-year-old was the sole purpose Atlanta did not lose the sport by a staggering scoreline. The former USMNT No. 1 made eight spectacular saves amidst shouts beforehand that he ought to be changed in purpose.

LAFC earned a penalty kick in the second half, however Carlos Vela’s try was saved by Guzan. However, VAR would present that he got here off his line early and the penalty was retaken. The thoughts video games should’ve gotten to Vela as he skied his second try, holding the sport at 0-0.

Atlanta’s No. 1 additionally secured his fiftieth clear sheet in MLS after his spectacular shot-stopping efficiency.

Atlanta’s unusual season continues as they now sit fifth in the Eastern Conference desk with 25 factors from 17 video games performed. Despite their inconsistency, they continue to be in a playoff spot however may have work to do in the upcoming summer season switch window if they’re to have a powerful second half of the season.