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The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan post-Portland Timbers presser (3.19.23) — March 19, 2023

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan post-Portland Timbers presser (3.19.23)

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan
Photo credit: Atlanta United Communications

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United goalkeeper and captain Brad Guzan following the team’s 5-1 home win over the Portland Timbers March 18. Topics included the team’s undefeated start through its first four MLS regular season matches for the first time in franchise history.

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan pre-Portland Timbers presser (3.16.23) — March 16, 2023

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan pre-Portland Timbers presser (3.16.23)

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan during contest against Los Angeles FC at Banc of California Stadium in Los Angeles, California.
Photo by Eric Rossitch/Atlanta United

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United goalkeeper and captain Brad Guzan following the team’s practice March 16. Topics included the team starting the MLS regular season undefeated through its first three matches, Guzan’s continued recovery from his torn Achilles injury, the team’s improvement defending set pieces, the maturation of teammate Caleb Wiley, the contributions of new team president Garth Lagerwey and the team preparing to host the Portland Timbers March 18.

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan preseason presser (1.13.22) — January 13, 2023

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan preseason presser (1.13.22)

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan during contest against Los Angeles FC at Banc of California Stadium in Los Angeles, California.
Photo by Eric Rossitch/Atlanta United

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan on the opening media session of training camp January 13. Topics included Guzan’s recovery from a torn Achilles tendon that ended his 2022 campaign, the team looking to rebound from a disappointing season that saw it miss the MLS Cup Playoffs, how he spend time away from the soccer pitch, changes to the roster including the potential departure of Josef Martinez and more.

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United wins at FC Cincinnati, clinches spot in MLS Cup Playoffs (11.8.21) — November 9, 2021

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United wins at FC Cincinnati, clinches spot in MLS Cup Playoffs (11.8.21)

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez #7 in action against the Toronto FC in the first half of the eastern conference final at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA, on Wednesday October 30, 2019. (Photo by Jacob Gonzalez/Atlanta United)

In this edition of the Original Free Kick, we recap Atlanta United’s road win against FC Cincinnati Nov. 7 with audio from manager Gonzalo Pineda, goalkeeper/captain Brad Guzan and forward Josef Martinez. We also look at the upcoming MLS Cup Playoffs.

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan pre-DC United presser (9.17.21) — September 17, 2021

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Atlanta United Brad Guzan pre-DC United presser (9.17.21)

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan
Photo credit: Atlanta United Communications

The Sports Inquirer attended the media presser of Atlanta United player Brad Guzan Sept. 17 ahead of the team’s home match against DC United in Major League Soccer play the next day. Topics included the team’s improved defensive execution with manager Gonzalo Pineda, how he communicates with players in multiple languages, the home-field advantage of Mercedes Benz Stadium and the approach to defending DC United particularly leading scorer Ola Kamara.

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Brad Guzan pre-LAFC presser (8.13.21) — August 13, 2021

The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Brad Guzan pre-LAFC presser (8.13.21)

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan
Photo credit: Atlanta United Communications

The Sports Inquirer attended the press conference of Atlanta United goalkeeper and captain Brad Guzan August 13 ahead of the team’s home tilt against LAFC August 15. Topics included the announcement of Gonzalo Pineda as the new manager earlier in the week, the team’s improved play under interim manager Rob Valentino, finding confidence through a trying season and preparing to face LAFC.


The Sports Inquirer presents Original Free Kick: Brad Guzan pre-LAFC presser (8.13.21)