Two determined teams collide as Orlando City hosts Atlas in a must-see Leagues Cup fixture. This soccer match preview breaks down everything you need to know before kick-off. As this is the first-ever meeting between the two clubs, both sides will fight hard to make a strong first impression. We analyze the latest team news, predict the probable lineups, and provide our expert Leagues Cup prediction.
- Match Kick-off Time: 5:00 AM, August 3, 2025
Match Preview: An Unpredictable Battle
Both Orlando City and Atlas enter this match with inconsistent recent form, making a clear winner difficult to predict. Orlando City comes into the game with two wins in their last five outings, while Atlas has secured only one victory in the same period.
While Orlando City holds the home-field advantage, Atlas has shown they can score goals, finding the net nine times in their last five games. However, their defense has also leaked eleven goals, a weakness Orlando’s attackers will look to exploit. This clash promises a tense, tactical battle where a single moment of brilliance could decide the outcome.
Team News and Probable Lineups
Injuries play a crucial role in team selection. The latest Atlas team news indicates that Edgar Zaldivar and Mauro Manotas will miss the game. Orlando City also faces challenges, with Duncan McGuire, Joran Gerbet, and Yutaro Tsukada sidelined.
Here’s how the teams will likely set up:
Probable Orlando City Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Gallese (GK); Brekalo, Jansson, Schlegel, Freeman; Angulo, Araujio; Atuesta, Pasalic, Ojeda; Muriel.
Probable Atlas Lineup (4-4-2):
Vargas (GK); Doria, Aguirre, Rios, Rivaldo; Hernandez, Rocha, Ferrareis, Aguirre; Durdevic, Gonzalez.
Expert Prediction and Key Stats
This is a tough match to call, but the stats point toward a tight, low-scoring affair.
- Final Score Prediction: Given both teams’ recent struggles for consistency, we predict a 1-1 draw.
- Goals Prediction: Both teams possess offensive threats but have also shown defensive vulnerabilities. However, in a tense cup match, we expect a cautious approach. We anticipate fewer than 3 total goals.
- Corners & Cards: Expect a physical game. Both teams average a high number of corners and yellow cards per game. Look for more than 9 total corners and more than 3 total cards to be shown.
How to Watch Orlando City vs Atlas
TV & Live Stream: Fans around the world can find the Inter Miami vs Necaxa live stream exclusively on the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.