Atlanta United starting 11 vs. Minnesota United

Atlanta United’s starting 11 for Wednesday’s preseason game against Minnesota United at MUSC Health Stadium:

Goalkeeper Brad Guzan

Right fullback Sal Zizzo

Centerback Jeff Larentowicz

Centerback Leandro Gonzalez Pirez

Right fullback Greg Garza, who returns after sitting out Saturday’s loss to Columbus.

Holding midfielder Chris McCann

Midfielder Darlington Nagbe

Right midfielder Julian Gressel

Attacking Midfielder Miguel Almiron

Left midfielder Ezequiel Barco

Striker Josef Martinez

There are three players who are likely starters who were once again held out: centerback Michael Parkhurst, right fullback Franco Escobar and right midfielder Hector Villalba. Their absences are simply precautionary.

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