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Conti: Barco has been United's most consistent player

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It was time for the Five Stripes preview with Mike Conti to preview the US Open cup and more.

Mike told the guys about the US Open cup.


 “The US Open cup is the oldest trophy in America for soccer.” Conti said “As a way to get into CONCACAF Champions league it’s important, as a way to get a trophy it’s important, is it as important as the MLS Cup, it’s not as important.”

Conti discussed how big of an upset it would be if Charleston beat the United.

 “A lot of it depends on the lineup Atlanta United plays.” Conti said “It was be a humongous upset if Atlanta United played a top lineup, only two of Charleston’s players were drafted by MLS teams, and only one of them has actual playing experience in the MLS.”

When asked about Barco’s performance in the U-20 world cup.

 “He was probably one of the best players in the tournament.” Conti said “The unfortunate thing is he’s already headed home, Barco did a lot to get noticed, that’s a tournament that gets scouted by teams all over the world. He did a nice job, not surprising, he’s been Atlanta United’s most consistent player and probably the best so far this season.”