Atlanta United’s starting 11 for Saturday’s game against LAFC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium:

Goalkeeper: Brad Guzan, who notched his first shutout this season in last week’s 1-0 win at Minnesota United.

Right wingback: Julian Gressel, who is making his fourth consecutive start at wingback.

Centerback: Miles Robinson, who is making his debut for Atlanta United.

Centerback: Michael Parkhurst.

Centerback: Chris McCann.

Left wingback: Mikey Ambrose, who is making his first start this season.

Holding midfielder: Jeff Larentowicz, who is back after leaving last week’s game with an ankle injury.

Midfielder: Darlington Nagbe.

Attacking midfielder: Miguel Almiron.

Striker: Hector Villalba.

Striker: Josef Martinez, who needs one hat trick to the league’s all-time record (5).

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