Head coach Tata Martino and his staff have named the final Starting XI leading up to the FIFA World Cup break. The 5 p.m. ET Sunday Night Soccer kickoff will see the 5-Stripes looking to build momentum after their earlier April meeting with Columbus Crew, resulting in a 3–1 loss at home.
The back four and goalkeeper features the familiar defensive unit of Lucas Hoyos, Tomás Jacob, Enea Mihaj, Juan Berrocal and ElĂas Báez.Â
In midfield, Tristan Muyumba supports the group alongside two homegrowns, Jay Fortune and Cooper Sánchez, giving Atlanta a balanced mix of defensive strength and young energy.
Leading up front, Saba Lobjanidze and Luke Brennan support the attacking line while Alexey Miranchuk leads the side up top, as the 5-Stripes look to create chances to finish strong.
Here's the full starting XI for Atlanta United at Columbus Crew:
Lucas Hoyos, Tomás Jacob, Enea Mihaj, Juan Berrocal, ElĂas Báez, Tristan Muyumba, Jay Fortune, Cooper Sanchez, Saba Lobjanidze, Luke Brennan, Alexey Miranchuk (C)Â
Reserves: Jayden Hibbert, Pedro Amador, Matt Edwards, Will Reilly, Ronald Hernández, Stian Gregersen, Miguel Almirón, Sergio Santos, Cayman Togashi
Roster Notes:
-- Saba Lobjanidze will achieve his 100th appearance tonight in all competitions.
--During the Orlando doubleheader, Jay Fortune created a career-high five chances. He also scored the game-tying goal, giving him goals in back-to-back league matches for the first time in his career.
-- Atlanta United continues to rank in the top-10 in possession ahead of tonight's match.
--Atlanta United ranks among the league’s top-5 for taking shots from outside the box.
