Kevin Kratz's Free Kick Goal Wins AT&T Goal of the Week
Stone Sports Management congratulates Atlanta United FC Midfielder Kevin Kratz for winning the AT&T Goal of the Week (28) for his clinicial Free Kick goal against the New England Revolution. As Tata Martino's first-choice free kick taker, Kratz stepped up and buried his free kick opportunity, approximately 10 yards outside the box, up and over the wall, beating Revolution Goalkeeper Cody Cropper with pace and accuracy. It was Atlanta United's 5th goal of the evening and would go on to win 7-0. MLS fans around the continent chose Kratz's goal (which can be seen below at 1:13 and slow-motion viewing HERE) with 47 percent of the vote.
Kratz's free kick capabilities came as no surprise to his coaches and teammates. With Kratz scoring in the US Open Cup earlier in the season, his first MLS goal will be memorable after showcasing his talents in front of Atlanta's record-breaking attendance and new Mercedes-Benz stadium's first Free Kick Goal. Check out an Atlanta United Fan's video behind the goal as well as his first half of the season's highlights. Congrats again to Kevin and wishes him well well for the remaining league matches and to clinch a playoff berth!