Atlanta United's starting 11 for Sunday's pivotal match against Toronto at Mercedes-Benz Stadium is very different than anything used by manager Gerardo Martino this season:

Centerback Anton Walkes, who is making his 17th start.

Centerback Michael Parkhurst, who is making his 32nd start.

Centerback Jeff Larentowicz, who is making his 30th start.

Wide Midfielder Julian Gressel, who is making his 24th start. He has five goals and nine assists.

Midfielder Carlos Carmona, who is making his 30th start.

Midfielder Kevin Kratz, who is making his fifth start.

Wide midfielder Chris McCann, who is back from a hamstring injury and is making his ninth start.

Striker Hector Villalba, who has 13 goals and 10 assists.

Striker Josef Martinex, who has 18 goals.

Striker Yamil Asad, who has six goals and 13 assists.

Miguel Almiron is in the 18.

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