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New York City FC hosts Atlanta United in Eastern Conference play
Nicolas Ezequiel Fernandez Mercau leads NYCFC with 15 goals as both clubs look to improve their Eastern Conference records.
- At Citi Field on Wednesday, NYCFC defeated Atlanta United 2-1, with Traor scoring in second-half stoppage time to keep postseason hopes alive and end Atlanta United's playoff contention.
- The victory marked NYCFC's first win in six tries at the home of MLB's Mets, following a 2-2 Draw when these teams met earlier this season.
- Nicolas Ezequiel Fernandez Mercau leads NYCFC with 15 goals and four assists, while Miguel Almiron has contributed six goals and six assists for Atlanta United this season.
- NYCFC pulled within one point of the New York Red Bullls for the ninth and final Eastern Conference playoff berth with two matches remaining on the schedule.
- Both clubs face roster challenges heading into the final stretch, as NYCFC is missing injured players Arnau Farnos, Drew Baiera, and Maxi Moralez, while Atlanta United continues without Daniel Chica.
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Bénie Traoré scores winner as NYCFC keeps playoff hopes alive with 2-1 victory over Atlanta United
Bénie Traoré scored in second-half stoppage time and New York City FC kept its postseason hopes alive while ending Atlanta United’s with a 2-1 victory at Citi Field
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