Atlanta United vs Orlando City: Preview & Predicted Lineups

• When is the kick-off? Wednesday, September 9th
• What time is kick-off? 7:30 pm ET
• Where is it played? Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta

Predicted lineups for the Five Stripes vs the Lions

Atlanta United:

• Goalkeeper: Lucas Hoyos
• Defenders: Tomás Jacob, Paulo Díaz, Júnior Alonso, Elias Baez
• Midfielders: Cooper Sanchez, Will Reilly, Aleksey Miranchuk, Tristan Muyumba, Miguel Almirón
• Forwards: Breel Embolo

Orlando City:

• Goalkeeper: Maxime Crépeau
• Defenders: Griffin Dorsey, David Brekalo, Robin Jansson, Bernardo Rhein
• Midfielders: Justin Ellis, Joran Gerbet, Eduard Atuesta, Iván Angulo
• Forwards: Daryl Dike, Antoine Griezmann

Where to watch the Atlanta United vs Orlando City

The encounter between these two teams will start at 7:30 pm ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

This match is available to watch live on Apple TV. Remember, all MLS games can only be watched through Apple TV.

Injury Report

Atlanta United:

• OUT: Giuliano Galoppo (not due to injury)
• QUESTIONABLE: Jay Fortune (hamstring)

Orlando City:

• OUT: Adrián Marín (thigh)
• OUT: Braian Ojeda (foot)
• QUESTIONABLE: Bernardo Rhein (thigh)

Score Prediction

As I  mentioned in the introduction, this is an interesting matchup between two quality opponents, both of whom have also managed to turn around their poor performances from the beginning of the regular season, making this game more than enjoyable for the fans.

Orlando City benefits from Griezmann’s experienced talent, while Atlanta United has significantly boosted its attack with the addition of Swiss striker Embolo. However, the outcome may ultimately be decided in midfield, where both teams possess skilled players capable of controlling possession.

Score prediction: Atlanta United 2-3 Orlando City