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Atlanta’s long winless skid
It’s been a frustrating year for Atlanta United. The Five Stripes enter Sunday’s home clash against Toronto FC riding a 10-match winless streak dating back to late May. Their most recent outing, a 3-1 loss to the Colorado Rapids, was a familiar story: a decent start, followed by defensive lapses and an attack that faded as the match wore on.
Head coach Ronny Deila has not hidden his frustration with his side’s inability to manage games. Atlanta has now conceded 49 goals this season, the second-most in the Eastern Conference behind D.C. United. Emmanuel Latte Lath remains the team’s top scorer with seven goals, while Alexey Miranchuk has chipped in six, including the lone strike against Colorado.
Toronto’s fight for positives
Toronto, meanwhile, sits just a point above Atlanta in the table and has also struggled to find consistency. With 23 points (5-13-8), TFC are winless in four matches, last earning a victory back on July 16 against expansion side San Diego FC.
Their last two outings have been 1-1 draws, including a gritty result against the Columbus Crew. Trailing late, Jules-Anthony Vilsaint scored his first goal of the year to secure the point, a moment that head coach Robin Fraser praised as proof of his team’s resilience.
Toronto has shown glimpses of quality in the attacking third, especially since the arrival of Djordje Mihailovic from the Colorado Rapids. Mihailovic has tallied two assists in as many matches for his new club. Theo Corbeanu continues to lead the team with five goals.
| Team | Record | Last 5 Matches | Goals For | Goals Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta United | 4-12-10 (22 pts) | 0-4-1 | 4 | 11 |
| Toronto FC | 5-13-8 (23 pts) | 0-2-3 | 3 | 7 |
Previous meeting and key storylines
These two sides met earlier this season on July 12, battling to a 1-1 draw in Toronto. That result was emblematic of both clubs’ struggles — chances created but not finished, and lapses at the back.
For Atlanta, the challenge is stabilizing a defense that too often collapses in the second half of games. For Toronto, it’s about converting their renewed attacking energy into goals while avoiding costly mistakes in transition.
Both teams are outside the playoff spots and running out of time. With nine teams in the East reaching the postseason, this fixture carries weight even for sides near the bottom of the table.
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Betting outlook
Neither team has shown much consistency, making this matchup tricky for bettors. Atlanta’s defense has been vulnerable, while Toronto’s attack has lacked finishing touch despite improved buildup play. A draw — just like the last time these sides met — could be a popular play.
Fans looking to wager can check the latest MLS scores and odds and explore the MLS expert betting guide for deeper insights.
What’s at stake
For Atlanta, Sunday offers a chance to end their longest winless run of the season and give their fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium something to cheer about. For Toronto, it’s about building on their recent draws and showing signs of progress heading into the final stretch.
While both teams are far from the top of the East, this matchup represents an opportunity to stop the slide, gain momentum, and keep slim playoff hopes alive.
