Connecticut (September 4, 2026) - CT United FC hits the road Tuesday, September 8, to face Atlanta United 2 at 2 p.m. ET in the only meeting between the two clubs this season. The Coywolves enter the matchup looking to bounce back from a 4-2 loss to Red Bull New York II on August 29.
With the Eastern Conference playoff race tightening, CT United currently sits in fifth place with 43 points, while Atlanta United 2 is sixth with 42 points. Tuesday’s matchup gives the Coywolves an opportunity to strengthen their position in the playoff race and create separation from a team directly behind them in the standings.
For fans unable to make the trip, the match will be available to stream on OneFootball and MLSNEXTPro.com and via local broadcast on WWAX-TV.
Coywolves Recent Form
The Coywolves have won eight of their last 10 matches, establishing themselves as one of the Eastern Conference’s most in-form teams during the second half of the season. CT United will look to carry that momentum into Tuesday’s road matchup and quickly respond to its recent setback against Red Bull New York II.
The Coywolves continue to rank among MLS NEXT Pro’s most dangerous attacking teams, leading the league with 97 big chances created and ranking second with 5.9 shots on target per match.
CT United has also remained one of the league’s most disruptive defensive teams, ranking second in both interceptions per match (11.1) and tackles per match (21.2).
Standout Coywolves
Several players delivered standout performances against Red Bull New York II.
Barnabás Tanyi opened the scoring before assisting Bryan Destin on CT United’s second goal. Tanyi leads the Coywolves with 13 goals this season, ranking third in MLS NEXT Pro. His 36 shots on target also rank third in the league, highlighting his consistent ability to test opposing goalkeepers. Tanyi’s runs in behind continue to challenge opposing back lines and create space for the Coywolves’ attack.
Bryan Destin continued his recent scoring surge, finding the net for one of CT United’s two goals against Red Bull New York II. Destin has now scored five goals across his last four matches, emerging as a major attacking threat for the Coywolves. His hold-up play and runs in behind made life difficult for the opposing back line, while he also created two chances, including one big chance, during his 90-minute performance.
Andre Applewaithe made an impact at both ends of the field, assisting Tanyi on CT United’s first goal while contributing eight defensive actions. Applewaithe recorded three interceptions, two blocks and two clearances, while completing 13 passes into the final third. He also won all three of his aerial duels and 60% of his ground duels in 88 minutes.
Opponent: Atlanta United 2
Record: 12 W– 5 D – 8 L
Standings: 42 points, 6th in Eastern Conference
Last Result: 1 – 1; PK 5 - 4 Win vs. Inter Miami CF II
Head Coach: Cristian Ledesma