Atlanta United face Toronto FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia on Sunday, Nov 1 at 10:30 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the MLS, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Atlanta United come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). Toronto FC, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 0D 3L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Atlanta United head into this on the back of a defeat, while Toronto FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Atlanta United and Toronto FC have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (3W–5D–2W). Their last encounter ended in Toronto FC won 1–2.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow Atlanta United win or a draw looks most likely.