Saba Lobjanidze scored a crucial goal for Atlanta United in the 72nd minute during their match against the Philadelphia Union, resulting in a 1-1 tie on Saturday night. The goal was made possible by a well-executed pass from Brooks Lennon, leaving Lobjanidze wide open in front of the goal to secure the equalizer.

Despite their efforts, Atlanta United (8-14-9) came into the game positioned two places below the ninth-place Philadelphia Union (9-13-9) in the Eastern Conference standings. The Union, who had previously won three of their last four matches, now have just three regular-season games left, with two of them being played on the road.

The scoreboard was initially opened by Philadelphia defender Nathan Harriel in the 61st minute following a great assist from Kai Wagner. This assist marked a milestone for Wagner, as he became the club’s all-time leader in assists in MLS regular-season play with a total of 51 assists.

Harriel’s contributions weren’t limited to scoring the goal; in the 50th minute, he made a crucial sliding deflection to prevent a potential goal during a counterattack, showcasing his defensive prowess on the field.

This match between Atlanta United and the Philadelphia Union brought moments of excitement and skillful plays from both teams, ultimately culminating in a hard-fought 1-1 draw. Both teams displayed determination and talent throughout the game, setting the stage for an engaging showdown between the Eastern Conference rivals.