Atlanta United Vs Chicago Fire: 5 key players to watch

Atlanta United Vs Chicago Fire: 5 key players to watch – Supporters’ Shield is on

HARRISON, NJ - SEPTEMBER 30: Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almiron (10) during the first half of the Major League Soccer game between the New York Red Bulls and Atlanta United on September 30, 2018 at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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EAST HARTFORD, CT – OCTOBER 16: USA goalkeeper Brad Guzan (1) points down field in action during an international friendly match between the United States and Peru at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field on October 16, 2018 in East Hartford, Connecticut. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

1. Brad Guzan

Congrats to Brad Guzan for his call-up to the U.S. Men’s national team. He played with the team on Tuesday night to a 1-1 draw against Peru. Guzan recorded two saves and the goal conceded by the US was not his fault.

Just like Bello and other Atlanta players returning from international duty, it will be interesting to see how these players fare and it will be worth paying extra attention to. Fortunately for Guzan, he only played in one match and did not have to travel outside of the United States, or even out of the Eastern time zone.

Guzan is a veteran player, so returning from international duty should be a breeze. The extra training and travel should not have a huge effect on his performance this Sunday, but it will be interesting to see how he performs nonetheless.

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I expect Guzan to have a stellar performance. Against Chicago earlier this season, Guzan allowed one goal and notched two saves. His conceded goal was a rocket from Chicago and was nearly unstoppable, meaning Guzan had an overall solid performance. There should be more of the same this weekend.

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