Major League Soccer Gameweek 20
Minnesota United FC 1 - 2 FT Atlanta United FC
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
J. Alonso 18'
29' M. Boxall
32' J. Pereyra
T. Jacob 37'
HT
A. Gill 46'
C. Sanchez 56'
58' A. Markanich
↓ C. Sanchez ↑S. Alzate 64'
↓ F. Picault ↑L. Brennan 64'
68' ↓ M. Caldeira ↑A. Jackson
68' ↓ B. Hlongwane ↑M. Dieng
75' T. Chancalay
T. Muyumba (A. Miranchuk) 78'
↓ A. Miranchuk ↑M. Edwards 79'
80' ↓ T. Chancalay ↑K. Yeboah
80' ↓ W. Trapp ↑M. Gonzalez
↓ T. Muyumba ↑P. Diaz 85'
↓ A. Gill ↑E. Mihaj 85'
87' O. Gene
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Minnesota United FC
Goalkeepers
Drake Callender 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Jefferson Díaz 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Michael Boxall
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Morris Duggan 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Bongokuhle Hlongwane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Owen Gene
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wil Trapp
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Anthony Markanich 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
5
Shots
7.2
Rating
Forwards
Joaquín Pereyra 
MAGNET
49
Activity
49
Activity
43
Passes
6
Duels
Marcus Caldeira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Tomás Chancalay
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
BENCH
Alec Smir 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Kyle Duncan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Devin Padelford
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aziel Jackson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julian Gressel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Harvey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Dieng
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauricio Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kelvin Yeboah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atlanta United FC
Goalkeepers
Lucas Hoyos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Tomás Jacob 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Stian Gregersen 
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Javier Alonso 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Elías Báez
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Cooper Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Adrian Gill
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Tristan Muyumba 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Forwards
Aleksey Miranchuk
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
21%
Pass Acc
Miguel Almirón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fafà Picault
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
BENCH
Jayden Hibbert
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Matthew Edwards
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Enea Mihaj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ronald Hernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paulo Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luke Brennan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Steven Alzate
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cayman Togashi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2024 | Atlanta United FC | 1 - 2 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 08/28/2019 | Atlanta United FC | 2 - 1 | Minnesota United FC | US Open Cup | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, Georgia) |
| 05/29/2019 | Atlanta United FC | 3 - 0 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 04/01/2018 | Minnesota United FC | 0 - 1 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | TCF Bank Stadium |
| 10/03/2017 | Atlanta United FC | 2 - 3 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| 03/12/2017 | Minnesota United FC | 1 - 6 | Atlanta United FC | Major League Soccer | TCF Bank Stadium |
05/04/2024
08/28/2019
05/29/2019
04/01/2018
10/03/2017
03/12/2017
Minnesota United FC Win
Atlanta United FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 15 GD: +19
P: 17 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +6
P: 15 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +4
P: 15 GD: 0
P: 16 GD: 0
P: 18 GD: -4
P: 16 GD: +2
P: 15 GD: +1
P: 17 GD: -1
P: 15 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: -8
P: 16 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -24
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +30
P: 25 GD: +4
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 25 GD: +8
P: 25 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +14
P: 25 GD: +1
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 25 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -9
P: 24 GD: -2
P: 25 GD: -6
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 23 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -33
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Minnesota United FC
Atlanta United FC
Minnesota United FC
Atlanta United FC
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Atlanta United Steal the Show at Allianz Field
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. Our take: Atlanta United defied their miserable form to snatch a vital road victory, punishing a wasteful Minnesota side that left their scoring boots in the locker room.
A Cautious Opening
The Stakes were exceptionally high for two struggling sides desperate to reverse their regular season fortunes. Right out of the gate under the lights at Allianz Field, the match settled into a remarkably cagey rhythm. The midfield battle was a total dead heat, perfectly reflected in a balanced 50-50 possession split across the opening half-hour. Neither side wanted to make the critical first mistake in a fixture they both badly needed. The home side looked slightly more threatening during the early exchanges, building patiently from the back, but Atlanta United FC ultimately struck the first blow. In the 37th minute, T. Jacob found a rare pocket of space in the final third to break the deadlock. It was a clinical finish that completely silenced the home crowd and gave the visitors a massive injection of confidence heading into the halftime break.
The Second-Half Scramble
Coming out of the break, Minnesota United FC drastically raised the Intensity. The hosts started throwing bodies forward in waves, absolutely determined to convert their mounting territorial advantage into something tangible on the scoreboard. Their sheer persistence finally paid off in the 58th minute when A. Markanich latched onto a loose ball and buried the equalizer. The Balance of the match shifted completely toward the home side for a dominant twenty-minute spell. The Loons generated far better scoring opportunities overall, finding space behind the defensive line and testing the keeper. However, a combination of poor finishing and desperate blocks from the visiting defense kept the scoreline firmly on a knife edge. Atlanta bent considerably under the sustained pressure, but they crucially refused to break during Minnesota's most dangerous period of the game.
A Late Twist in the Tale
Just when the hosts looked overwhelmingly favored to find a late winner, the visitors delivered a devastating sucker punch against the run of play. With twelve minutes left on the clock, A. Miranchuk orchestrated a lethal, sweeping counter-attack. He provided a pinpoint final ball, setting up T. Muyumba to slot home the deciding goal with ice in his veins. The dramatic late twist produced a massive Upset Factor, especially considering the visitors entered the night rooted near the very bottom of the conference standings. Minnesota will undoubtedly rue their missed chances, finishing the night with zero points to show for their significantly superior attacking metrics. Ultimately, a gritty and utterly ruthless 2-1 away victory gives Atlanta a season-defining locker room boost while extending Minnesota's frustrating winless rut.
Key Questions
Who won the match between Minnesota and Atlanta?
Atlanta United FC won the match 2-1 away against Minnesota United FC.
Who scored the winning goal for Atlanta?
T. Muyumba scored the decisive goal for Atlanta United FC in the 78th minute.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A Desperate Clash at the Bottom
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 35/100. Neither side can afford another misstep as two drastically out-of-form teams limp into Allianz Field searching for a lifeline.
The Setup
This August 20, 2026 fixture pits Minnesota United FC against an Atlanta United FC side whose season is rapidly falling apart. A dismal Form rating tells the story for both camps: the hosts have managed just two wins from nine matches at Allianz Field, while the visitors are enduring a miserable five-match winless streak. The Stakes are noticeably low, with 10th-placed Minnesota clinging to faint playoff hopes and 15th-placed Atlanta rooted to the foot of the table with a mere 12 points. Despite the grim context, a few Stars like E. Latte Lath continue to step on the pitch hoping to salvage some pride.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on Joaquín Pereyra and Miguel Almirón. Pereyra has been a rare bright spark for the hosts, consistently pulling the strings in midfield despite a lack of end product. He will need to dictate the tempo to outshine Almirón, who remains a genuine, high-flying threat for the visitors despite their collective struggles.
Our Prediction
Expect a scrappy, low-quality affair given the poor Balance on display. Minnesota's home advantage technically makes them favourites, but their chronic inability to win in front of their own fans suggests a frustrating stalemate. A 1-1 draw looks the most likely outcome, offering little comfort to either fanbase.