Our prediction for this MLS match:
Atlanta United will be aiming to build on a 3-1 win over Inter Miami when they face Charlotte on Sunday evening. The Five Stripes quickly bounced back from a 1-0 loss to Los Angeles FC, with the team regaining a much-needed confidence, but they do not want to stop now. The opposition back-line should have Saba Lobjanidze at bay as the Georgia international scored a brace in the midweek triumph over Leo Messi and Co.
The good news for the hosts is that experienced goalkeeper Brad Guzan is back from suspension. Meanwhile, the Crown experienced all sorts of problems at the back in a 3-1 loss to New York Red Bulls, which is yet another reason why home win should be considered. Fit-again Charlotte midfielder Benjamin Bender is pushing for a rare start, whilst both Brandon Cambridge and Jere Uronen remain in the treatment room.
Highlighted Team (Atlanta United):
Atlanta United is a Major League Soccer club and they were founded on April 16, 2014. They are based in Atlanta, Georgia and they will make their debut in MLS in 2017. Arthur Blank is the club’s owner and Bobby Dodd Stadium is Atlanta United’s home ground.
Arthur Blank is an American businessman, who is well known for his ownership of the NFL club Atlanta Falcons. The venue was opened on September 27, 1913 and its’ current capacity is 60.316. However, it has to be noted that the team will play first eight home games of the 2017 season at Bobby Dodd Stadium, while the latter nine fixtures will be hosted by Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Speaking of the club’s colors, Atlanta United footballers wear black and red shirts and black shorts with a little bit of gold mixed in. Gerardo Martino, who used to be in charge of La Liga side Barcelona in the past, will coach Atlanta United in the 2017 MLS season. Tata Martino won the Spanish Super Cup with Barca, while making it to the Copa America final with Argentina on two occasions (2015, 2016).