Gonzalo Pineda Head Coach | Atlanta United FC Website
Gonzalo Pineda Head Coach | Atlanta United FC Website
Atlanta United and Orlando City SC are set to compete in the Eastern Conference Semifinal of the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs. The match is a single elimination game, with the winner advancing to face New York Red Bulls in the Eastern Conference Finals on November 30.
The starting lineup for Atlanta United includes Brad Guzan as captain, alongside players such as Luis Abram, Derrick Williams, and Alexey Miranchuk. Their substitutes feature Josh Cohen and Tyler Wolff among others. Meanwhile, Orlando City SC's lineup is led by Pedro Gallese and Robin Jansson as captain, with players like Facundo Torres and Martin Ojeda. Their bench includes David Brekalo and Nicolas Lodeiro.
Atlanta United enters this match after an upset victory over Inter Miami CF in the Round One Best-of-3 Series. They have won four elimination matches recently to reach this stage. Orlando City SC advanced as the highest seed from their round by defeating Charlotte FC.
Brad Guzan is set to make his 300th career appearance in MLS during this match, joining an elite group of goalkeepers who have reached this milestone. He leads all goalkeepers in saves during this year's playoffs with 23. Several Atlanta starters were involved in international duties during the recent FIFA break.
This marks the first playoff meeting between Atlanta United and Orlando City SC. Historically, Atlanta holds a favorable record against Orlando with ten wins out of 21 regular season encounters.
The game will be broadcast on Apple TV's MLS Season Pass, with radio coverage available on 92.9 The Game (English) and La Mejor (Spanish). Fans can also follow live updates through various platforms.