The most daunting fixture of Atlanta United’s season has arrived, but a visit to LAFC might not be quite as impossible as previously thought. The reigning MLS Cup and Supporters Shield champs host Atlanta three days after a CONCACAF Champions League final loss to Liga MX’s León, whereas Gonzalo Pineda’s side has had a full week to prepare for its visit to BMO Stadium.
Despite its Champions League commitments, which culminated in a 3-1 defeat at the hands of León, LAFC has remained successful in MLS play as well.