Atlanta United: Taking A Sportsbook Look at this Weekend’s Toronto-Atlanta Matchup

As was to be expected, Toronto FC enters this matchup as the betting underdog against Atlanta United. The money line is pegging Toronto FC as a +332 underdog, which is pretty significant.

With Atlanta United and the entire MLS currently enjoying their All-Star break, online sportsbook players learning how to bet soccer online can use this break to prepare for this weekend’s action. MLS play will make its return this Saturday. Subsequently, the added time allows both sportsbook bettors and Atlanta fans more leeway to make the best predictions for this Saturday’s matchup. With that in mind, let’s check on the MLS betting odds to see what the bookmakers are predicting for the Toronto-Atlanta matchup.

Toronto FC vs. Atlanta United – Saturday, August 4^th           

Start Time: 10:10 pm ET

Location: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, California

TV Broadcast: Local Broadcasts

Online Stream: MLB TV

MLS Betting Odds:

Toronto FC +1 (-175) 3 ½ (+115) +332

Atlanta United -1 (+145) 3 ½ (125) -171

Toronto FC/Atlanta United Draw +288

Odds Courtesy of BetNow.eu

Toronto FC            

As was to be expected, Toronto FC enters this matchup as the betting underdog. The money line is pegging Toronto FC as a +332 underdog, which is pretty significant. Ultimately this is understandable since they’ll be facing the winningest team in the MLS this weekend. On top of that, Toronto FC currently ranks second to last in the Eastern Conference. And while this Saturday’s pairing may be the first time these two teams meet this season, it seems extremely unlikely that Toronto FC will get the upset, especially since they’ll be playing on the road. That being said, Toronto does bring a 2-game winning streak to the table this weekend. And while that momentum might give them a shot, they’ll be going up against a well-rested Atlanta team.

Players to Watch: Jonathan Osorio (19 Games Played, 8 G, 2 A), Sebastian Giovinco (18 Games Played, 6 G, 5 A), and Victor Vazquez (13 Games Played, 6 G, 2 A).

Atlanta United

The United have several of their stars competing at the All-Star game. However, it shouldn’t affect this weekend’s matchup that much since the game takes place Wednesday. Ultimately Atlanta will be looking to improve on their already brilliant 14-5-4 record. This grants them 47 points on the season, 4 more than their nearest competitor. And with a whopping +22 goal differential on the season, it’s clear Atlanta has been steamrolling their competition. We can expect a similar routing this weekend since Toronto has a -4 goal differential and ranks 35^th in scoring.

Players to Watch: Josef Martinez (23 Games Played, 24 G, 2 A), Miguel Almiron (23 Games Played, 8 G, 9 A), and Ezequiel Barco (16 Games Played, 4 G, 1 A).

Toronto FC vs. Atlanta United Betting Predictions

Trends

• Toronto is 2-2-7 STRAIGHT UP on the road this season
• The TOTAL has gone OVER in 5 of Toronto’s 11 road games this season
• Toronto is 2-2-1 STRAIGHT UP in their last 5 games
• Atlanta is 7-3-2 STRAIGHT UP at home this season
• The TOTAL has gone OVER in 9 of Atlanta’s 12 home games this season
• Atlanta is 3-1-1 STRAIGHT UP in their last 5 games

Toronto FC vs. Atlanta United Betting Picks

So, what’s the best bet to make on this MLS matchup? Considering how low the money line on Atlanta is, taking the United straight up can be quite lucrative. Furthermore, the fact that United has been so dominant this season lets you place this bet confidently.

Score Prediction: 2-0 Atlanta.