It was a back-and-forth match between the reigning MLS Cup Champions and the current Supporters’ Shield leaders, but both teams have to settle for a point after a hard-fought 2-2 draw between Toronto FC and Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday.
With Franco Escobar forced to the sideline for an accumulation of yellow cards, head coach Tata Martino made some changes to the lineup that started in Montreal last week. Jeff Larentowicz slid to the back to create a three-man back line, with Julian Gressel at wing back and Kevin Kratz coming into central midfield. The full XI: Brad Guzan (GK), Leandro González Pirez (CB), Michael Parkhurst (CB), Jeff Larentowicz (CB), Chris McCann (LWB), Eric Remedi (CDM), Kevin Kratz (CM), Julian Gressel (RWB), Miguel Almirón (CAM), Tito Villalba (ST), Josef Martinez (ST).