Atlanta United’s starting 11 vs. Toronto in chase for Shield

Atlanta United’s starting 11 for Sunday’s pivotal game against Toronto at BMO Field. With a win, Atlanta United will clinch the Supporters’ Shield and with at least a draw will set a MLS record for points in a season.

Goalkeeper Brad Guzan, who will  make his 33rd start.

Right fullback Franco Escobar, who will make his 20th start. He scored his first goal last week.

Centerback Michael Parkhurst, the captain who will make his 279th MLS start.

Centerback Leandro Gonzalez Pirez, who will make his 32nd start.

Left fullback Chris McCann, who will make his 21st start.

Defensive midfielder Eric Remedi, who will make his 12th start.

Defensive midfielder Jeff Larentowicz, who will make his 371st start and 391st MLS appearance. He didn’t start last week.

Midfielder Darlington Nagbe, who will make his 23rd start.

Midfielder Julian Gressel, who has four goals and 14 assists.

Midfielder Ezequiel Barco,w ho has four goals and three assists.

Striker Josef Martinez, who leads MLS with 30 goals.

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