Overview
- CEO and president Garth Lagerwey said the decision followed standards not being met and confirmed the coaching search begins immediately.
- Atlanta finished with 28 points in MLS play, placing 14th in the Eastern Conference.
- The team managed just one victory over its final 18 matches and went 6-18-13 across all competitions under Deila.
- The season ended with a 1-1 draw against D.C. United, which doubled as longtime goalkeeper Brad Guzan’s final appearance after announcing his retirement.
- High preseason expectations, fueled by re-signing Miguel Almirón and a reported $22 million deal for Emmanuel Latte Lath, were not matched by results.