MLS: Atlanta United vs. San Diego Picks — Visitors to Bounce Back to Winning Ways? (Sep 20)

San Diego have already assured their spot in the post-season, but a return to form will be expected against Atlanta United on Saturday. Find our picks here.

The visitors remain top of the Western Conference standings, but their five-match unbeaten sequence was ended last time out after suffering a 3-1 home loss against Minnesota United.

Atlanta United’s performance levels have improved recently, winning against Nashville before being narrowly denied in a nine-goal thriller against the Columbus Crew last Saturday.

Atlanta United vs. San Diego Overview

Odds

Atlanta United vs. San Diego Head-to-Head Record

This Saturday’s clash between Atlanta United and San Diego will be the first competitive clash between the sides in the MLS.

Atlanta United Team News

Atlanta have looked a more cohesive unit in the 4-3-3 formation in recent weeks, and the same tactic will be deployed against their high-flying rivals on Saturday.

Possible Lineup

Hibbert (GK); Hernandez, Gregersen, Mihaj, Amador; Alzate, Almiron, Muyumba, Lobzhanidze, Thiare, Brennan

San Diego Team News

The visitors are likely to make a couple of changes this weekend following a disappointing recent defeat against Minnesota.

Possible Lineup

Dos Santos (GK); McVey, McNair, Duah, Bombino; Valakari, Soma, Baird; Dreyer, Mighten, Lozano

Atlanta United vs. San Diego Picks

Atlanta’s recent performances have been much better. While they are out of the playoff mix, they could be good value to upset the odds this weekend against a San Diego side that will test out new players ahead of the post-season. Therefore, the home win is preferred when making Atlanta United vs. San Diego picks.