Atlanta United FC Hosts CF Montréal in Crucial MLS Match
On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, Atlanta United FC will face off against CF Montral in a pivotal match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with significant implications for the MLS playoff standings. The game is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 PM.
Atlanta United, currently in 11th place in the Eastern Conference with 34 points, is in a tight race for the final playoff spot. They trail Philadelphia Union by just three points, with only three regular season games remaining. CF Montral, sitting in 10th place with 37 points, also has a lot at stake in this encounter.
Historical Context and Recent Form
Historically, Atlanta United has a strong record against CF Montral, boasting a 7-4-3 all-time record in MLS play. At home, Atlanta has been particularly dominant, with a 5-0-1 record at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and having outscored Montral 16-6 in six matches there. However, Montral won the first meeting between the two teams this season 1-0 at Stade Saputo on July 13, 2024.
Atlanta United is coming off a 1-1 draw against Philadelphia Union, where Saba Lobjanidze scored his team-leading eighth goal of the season, and Brooks Lennon recorded his team-leading eighth assist. Lennon is now just one assist away from the club's all-time assist record in all competitions, currently held by Julian Gressel at 39.
Key Players and Statistics
Atlanta United's midfield and forward lines have been crucial to their performance this season. Players like Saba Lobjanidze and Thiago Almada have been key contributors, with Lobjanidze scoring 8 goals in 27 matches and Almada scoring 6 goals in 17 matches. Forward Jos Martnez has also been impactful, scoring 8 goals in 20 matches.
Defensively, Atlanta has relied on the solid goalkeeping of Brad Guzan, who recorded six saves against Philadelphia Union and had a save percentage of 73.08% in September, ranking sixth in MLS among goalkeepers who played at least 200 minutes.
Match Details and Fan Information
The match will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with public parking available in the Blue Lot, Lot M, Red Deck, and Silver Deck. Tailgating is permitted in GWCC & Mercedes-Benz Stadium owned parking lots, and fans can secure parking through Parkmobile. Tickets must be presented on mobile devices upon entry.
For fans unable to attend in person, the match will be available to stream via the MLS Season Pass.
The importance of this match cannot be overstated, as both teams are fighting for a spot in the MLS playoffs. The tension and stakes are high, making this a must-watch encounter for soccer fans. To understand more about the MLS playoff system and its history, you can visit the MLS Cup Playoffs page on Wikipedia.
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