Charlotte FC takes on Eastern Conference rivals Atlanta United in Major League Soccer action.
The Crown returned to MLS action last weekend in a 1-1 draw vs New York Red Bulls at Bank of America Stadium. Carol SwinderskiThe 13th minute penalty was disallowed Ilias ManoilHis strike later in the first half with the two teams sharing the points.
On the other hand, Atlanta fell in their first game back of Leagues Cup action with a 2-0 defeat on the road at LA Galaxy. New designated player signing Alexey Miranchuk made his first appearance but was the Galaxy's new playmaker and Bundesliga legend Marco Royce who made the difference with a goal and an assist to mark his debut victory,
Here it is 90 minutesthe Crown vs the Five Stripes preview.
Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United H2H Record (Last Four Matches)
Current form (all competitions)
How to watch Charlotte FC vs Atlanta United on TV and live stream
Charlotte FC news
Pep Bill — who joined Charlotte on loan from Greek giants Olympiakos — made his debut against the Red Bulls in the second half and will look to get more minutes against Atlanta.
Charlotte FC predicted lineup against Atlanta United
Charlotte FC predicted lineup vs Portland Timbers ( 4-2-3-1 ): Kahlina? Byrne, Malanda, Ream, Uronen; Westwood, Diani; Vargas, Bronico, Abada; Swiderski.
Atlanta United team news
Fullback Ronald Hernandez is out with a knee injury until early October, that is Pedro Amador he will continue to start at left back in the meantime. As Atlanta's newest addition in Miranchuk played the last 30 minutes against the Galaxy, he could be in line to start this weekend.
Atlanta United predicted lineup against Charlotte FC
Atlanta United predicted lineup against Charlotte (4-3-3): Guzan; Lennon, Gregersen, Williams, Amador? SliszFortunte, Miranchuk; Lobjanidze, Rios, Forests.
Charlotte has been impressive in the last two meetings with Atlanta, winning two straight against their home rivals. Now, Dean Smith's side have the chance to extend their winning streak at home in front of their home fans.
Although Atlanta have looked better in recent matches, Charlotte has a more complete squad at the moment and should have enough to take the three points against the Five Stripes.
Prediction: Charlotte FC 2-1 Atlanta United
