Toronto vs Atlanta United: Betting Odds & Prediction

Both Toronto and Atlanta United look to continue their solid starts to the MLS 2024 season when they collide at BMO Field on Saturday.

Kick-off is set for 11:30pm UK time on Saturday evening.

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Toronto FC

The home side find themselves in fifth position in the Eastern Conference after four matches, having won twice, drawn once and lost once. They have only played one match at home so far - a 1-0 victory over Charlotte FC earlier this month.

Toronto have been tight defensively so far, keeping three clean sheets in their opening four matches, with both of their wins coming by a 1-0 scoreline.

They have been subdued going forward however, averaging an expected goals (xG) tally of just 0.76 so far this season while scoring 0.75 goals per game. Their most recent outing, a 2-1 away loss to New York City, saw them record just one shot on target.

Atlanta United

The away side find themselves a point behind Toronto and in seventh position in the Eastern Conference, having played a game less. Atlanta have won both of their home games so far but suffered a 1-0 away defeat to Columbus Crew on the opening day.

Gonzalo Pineda's side have impressed in an attacking sense so far, scoring six goals across their two opening home fixtures. The tally takes them to an average of two goals per game overall, slightly higher than their xG of 1.71.

Atlanta have also performed well defensively. Despite an expected goals against (xGA) tally of 1.38, they have conceded just 0.67 so far and could fare well against a gun-shy Toronto side this weekend.

Atlanta are yet to win on the road this season though and will be hoping to get off the mark this weekend.

Prediction

Though both sides have looked solid defensively so far, the added flare of Atlanta going forward gives them the edge this weekend. Their success has only come at home however, with it remaining to be seen if they can carry their attacking prowess on the road. With all this in mind, the safest option is to back the away side on the 'draw no bet' line.

OddsNow's Pick: Atlanta United via 'Draw No Bet' (5/4 @ BetMGM)