Atlanta United vs. Toronto FC
Unbeaten in three (1W-0L-2D), Atlanta United are looking to take another step in the right direction under interim head coach Rob Valentino. That means taking all three points in front of their fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where the Five Stripes haven’t won since late March.
They’ll need a standout performance from Thiago Almada, who’s produced 2g/1a in his last four games amid transfer rumors surrounding the superstar Argentine playmaker. After unloading fellow Designated Player Giorgos Giakoumakis earlier this month, Atlanta could have two available DP spots heading into the Secondary Transfer Window (July 18 to Aug. 14).
Things appear much bleaker of late for Toronto FC, losers of three straight and winless in their last six games. After surpassing expectations early on in the season under new head coach John Herdman, TFC have come crashing down to earth and need a bounce-back result ASAP. For that to happen, Italian stars Federico Bernardeschi and Lorenzo Insigne must bring their A-game to The Benz.
