On Sunday, November 24th, at 3:30 PM, Orlando City SC (15-12-7, 4th in Eastern Conference) will host Atlanta United (10-14-10, 9th in Eastern Conference) at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, FL. The over/under goal line is set at 2.5 goals, and the money line odds are +320.0 for Atlanta, -155.0 for Orlando, and +285.0 for a draw. Atlanta has won two straight games and is looking to pull off the upset against an Orlando team that is favored.
Atlanta United vs. Orlando City SC Matchup At A Glance
- Teams: Atlanta United at Orlando City SC
- Where: Orlando, FL at Inter&Co Stadium
- Date: Sunday, November 24th
- Betting Odds ORL -155.0 | ATL +320.0 O/U 2.5
Atlanta United Preview
As Atlanta United takes on Orlando City SC, they are looking to extend their winning streak to three matches. Over their last seven matches, Atlanta has gone 5-2, and they have a record of 10-14-10 on the season. Currently, they are tied with D.C. United in the Eastern Conference standings, sitting in 9th place. On the road, Atlanta has gone 4-7-6, and they have been favored in 15 matches, going 5-6-4 in those contests.
Atlanta United's offense has been average this season, scoring 1.3 goals per match, which is 22nd in the league. They have taken fewer shots on goal than their season average in three straight matches. Saba Lobzhanidze is the team's top scorer, finding the back of the net nine times this season, which is 41st in MLS. He also leads the team in shots on goal, ranking 33rd in the league. Atlanta United is 7th in MLS in corners, but they have had fewer corners than their opponent in 47.1% of their matches this season.
Over their last seven matches, Atlanta United's defense has given up 1.6 goals per match, and they have struggled against the top offense in the league, giving up two goals to Inter Miami CF on November 10th. Overall, they are 11th in MLS, giving up 1.4 goals per match. Keeper Brad Guzan is 19th in MLS with five clean sheets, and he is 7th in saves with 110. Atlanta's defense is 9th in blocked shots and 19th in interceptions. They are also the most disciplined team in the league, committing just nine fouls per match.
Orlando City SC Preview
Heading into their match against Atlanta United, Orlando City SC sits in 4th place in the Eastern Conference, two points behind the Houston Dynamo. Overall, Orlando City is 15-12-7, going 8-6-3 on the road and 7-6-4 at home. Over their last four matches, Orlando City has gone 2-2, including a win over Atlanta United on October 19th. In matches where they have been favored, Orlando City is 11-5-5, while they are 6-8-2 as the underdog.
Orlando City SC's offense has been solid this season, scoring 1.6 goals per match, which is 10th in the MLS. Facundo Torres has been their top scorer, finding the back of the net 14 times, which is 17th in the league. He also leads the club in shots on goal. Martín Ojeda has been the club's leader in assists, with nine, which is 17th in the MLS. His four goals are 5th on the club.
Heading into their match against Atlanta United, Orlando City SC's defense is coming off a strong stretch of play. Over their last three matches, they have recorded two clean sheets and have allowed just one goal. However, the competition has been weak, as all three matches have come against Charlotte FC, who has the 23rd ranked offense in the MLS. Overall, Orlando City SC's defense is 14th in goals allowed this season, giving up an average of 1.5 goals per match. Their keeper, Pedro Gallese, is 7th in the MLS with eight clean sheets this season.
Atlanta United vs. Orlando City SC Head To Head
Atlanta United has had the upper hand in head-to-head matchups with Orlando City this season, winning both of the previous two matchups. In the first matchup, Atlanta won 2-0, and they followed that up with a 2-1 win in the second matchup. Atlanta had seven shots on goal in that second matchup, compared to eight for Orlando City.
Atlanta United vs Orlando City SC Free Pick
Given that both Atlanta United and Orlando City SC are in the top 15 in terms of fewest goals allowed, we have this one projected as a 0-0 draw. The draw is currently sitting at +285.0. Looking at the projections, we don't have either team getting a shot on goal in this match. Our top projected goal scorer for the match is Pedro Amador for Atlanta United. On the other side, Michael Halliday has the best odds to score for Orlando City SC.
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Pick: DRAW +285.0
