Atlanta United delivered a dominant 4-1 win over Atlas in the Leagues Cup, with standout performances from Saba Lobjanidze, Alexey Miranchuk, Jamal Thiare, and Cayman Togashi. On this edition of the Morning Espresso, we break down the goals, the pressing, and the energy that Atlanta will look to carry into Saturday’s clash in Montreal.

Plus, a massive transfer window update across MLS and beyond:
– Son Heung-min becomes the most expensive signing in league history, joining LAFC
– Thomas Müller heads to Vancouver
– Lucho Acosta off to Brazil
– Victor Olatunji, Marco Farfan, and Corey Baird find new homes
– Latest on Max Arfsten, Santiago Moreno, and Efraín Juárez’s post-match revelations

We also hit international moves like Darwin Núñez to Al Hilal, Šeško to Man United, and Tim Weah to Marseille. Barcelona’s contract drama, NWSL coaching changes, and a preseason brawl in Spain round out a packed show.

Pour yourself a cup and dive in!