Atlanta United: 5 must-watch matches in 2019

ATLANTA, GA DECEMBER 08: Game attendance is announced on the overheard video board during the MLS Cup between the Portland Timbers and Atlanta United FC on December 8th, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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TORONTO, ON – OCTOBER 28: Chris Mavinga (23) of Toronto FC jumps in the air after the ball during the second half of the MLS Decision Day match between Toronto FC and Atlanta United FC on October 28, 2018, at BMO Field in Toronto, ON, Canada. (Photograph by Julian Avram/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

4. May 9 vs Toronto FC

Toronto FC is one of the few teams Atlanta have failed to beat through two full seasons. After the first three meetings ended in 2-2 draws, Toronto demolished Atlanta on Decision Day last season to the tune of a 4-1 beatdown. This game might represent Atlanta’s best chance at earning that first victory over the Reds.

Unfortunately for the Five Stripes, this midweek match falls just three days after a trip out to Kansas City. Both Sporting KC and Toronto are teams stacked with talent, meaning this particular week will pose a strong challenge for Atlanta United. It might take some strong squad rotation from new coach Frank de Boer to secure a win over Toronto.

The most tantalizing aspect of this match is the rivalry Atlanta and Toronto have formed. Although Toronto have won only a single game and Atlanta have failed to win one so far, these teams always bring their A-game to these matches. Toronto players even went on record saying they don’t like Atlanta United, and with most of their matches ending neck and neck, the rivalry should continue this season.

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