Predicting Atlanta United’s 11 vs. New York Red Bulls

Who will start for Atlanta United (15-9-8) in Sunday's game at New York Red Bulls (13-12-7)?

Atlanta United will likely try field its strongest possible lineup to keep pressure on NYCFC in the race for the second seed in the playoffs. However, it will be without several key players, including attacking midfielder Miguel Almiron, left fullbacks Greg Garza and Chris McCann and key backup Brandon Vazquez.

Here goes:

Goalkeeper: Brad Guzan.

Right fullback: Anton Walkes.

Centerback: Michael Parkhurst.

Centerback: Leandro Gonzalez Pirez.

Left fullback: Mikey Ambrose.

Holding midfielder: Carlos Carmona.

Holding midfielder: Jeff Larentowicz.

Right midfielder: Hector Villalba.

Attacking midfielder: Julian Gressel.

Left midfielder: Yamil Asad.

Striker: Josef Martinez.

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