Atlanta United’s 2023 MLS Cup playoffs run ended at Lower.com Field when losing 4-2 against Columbus Crew, inspiring head coach Gonzalo Pineda to blame defensive errors for his team’s demise.
This isn’t the first time that the former Seattle Sounders assistant brought up lapses on his side’s defending, prompting fans of the Five Stripes to question whether or not Pineda should remain in charge for the 2024 season and beyond.
“Leaking goals has been our achilles heel all season and one thing we definitely have to take look at and how we can solidify that,” Pineda said after the defeat. “That…
