Our prediction for this MLS match:
Atlanta United play host to Toronto FC at their Mercedes-Benz Stadium in what is expected to be an interesting MLS game. The Five Stripes are eager to stay in the playoffs berth and they are surely capable of beating the out-of-sorts Reds. Midfielder Thiago Almada is back from suspension, while all Saba Lobzhanidze, Bartosz Slisz, and Luis Abram are on international duty.
The Canadian outfit, on the other hand, suffered a dip in form, with the team extending their losing run to three games. Given their difficulties at the back, we predict that the hosts are going to pick up all three points from Sunday’s clash. As for the away team, all Sean Johnson, Richie Laryea, and Jonathan Osorio are on international duty, while Federico Bernardeschi should recover in time to face the Five Stripes. All Tyrese Spicer, Shane ONeill, and Brandon Servania miss out with injuries.
Highlighted Team (Toronto FC):
Toronto is a club based in Canada, but they have been competing in Major League Soccer since 2007. Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment own both the soccer club and National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs. BMO Field is the club’s home ground and the capacity of the stadium is 30.000.
The Canadian outfit impressed in the 2016 MLS Cup and they faced Seattle Sounders in the title game at BMO Field. However, the Canadians were more than unfortunate not to lift the silverware as they were beaten by the Sounders on penalties.
Speaking of the Canadian Championship, Toronto FC won their fifth domestic title in 2016, with the team beating Vancouver Whitecaps in the final of the tournament. Montreal Impact are considered the club’s biggest rivals and there have always been fireworks in meetings between the two Canadian sides. Toronto FC’s home kit is red and it is no surprise they are nicknamed the Reds. It has to be noted that the club was founded back in 2005.