Atlanta United’s (4-3-2) starting 11 for Sunday’s MLS game against Orlando (3-4-3) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium:

Goalkeeper Brad Guzan, who has allowed just eight goals.

Right fullback Franco Escobar, who will make his fifth start.

Centerback Miles Robinson, who is having an MLS Best XI season.

Centerback Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, who will be tasked with controlling Dom Dwyer.

Left fullback Michael Parkhurst, who will make his second start in three games at left fullback.

Defensive midfielder Eric Remedi, who will try to shut down passing lanes for Sacha Kljestan.

Defensive midfielder Darlington Nagbe, who is also having an MLS Best XI-type season.

Wide midfielder Julian Gressel, who has two goals and two assists.

Wide midfielder Hector Villalba, who has one goal and two assists.

Attacking midfielder Pity Martinez, who is one of the best chance-creators in MLS.

Striker Josef Martinez, who is tied for the team lead with four goals and just posted his first multi-assist game.

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