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Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United Predicted Lineup: MLS Cup Playoffs
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Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United Predicted Lineup: MLS Cup Playoffs

After a 2-1 home win, Inter Miami travels to Atlanta looking to break the tie and secure a spot in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Gerardo “Tata” Martino’s men were tested in the first game, but Jordi Alba’s goal after the hour ensured they prevailed and had one foot in the next round of the MLS Cup playoffs.

The Mercedes-Benz Staidum has always been a thorn in Miami's side, with its only win on the ground coming in the team's inaugural season in 2020. With a record-breaking Supporters' Shield title under their belt, Lionel Messi and company are well-placed to end that Five-game winning streak in Atlanta and qualification for the next round.

Ian Fray suffered a meniscus injury in the first game which required surgery. In addition to him, Martino has all the players who made it onto the roster in the opening game of the playoffs.

Here's how Miami could face Atlanta United to advance in the MLS Cup playoffs.

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GK: Drake Callender –Callender will look to keep Miami's first clean sheet at Mercedes-Benz Stadium since September 2020.

RB: Marcelo Weigandt—Due to Fray's injury, the former Boca Juniors player will patrol Miami's right flank.

CB: Tomas Avilés—Avilés was out of place and partly to blame for the Five Stripes' goal in the first game.

CB: Hector Martinez—The former River Plate defender is back to full fitness and his return to the eleven is invaluable for Miami.

LB: Jordi Alba—Alba's goal made the difference in the first game. The former Barcelona player has scored four goals in Miami's last four games.

CM: Yannick Bright—The Italian adds motor and intensity to compensate for the players around him in midfield. He will be looking for his second assist in three games.

CM: Sergio Busquets –The metronome in midfield. Even at 36 years old, he still has the ability to dictate the tempo of the game and dominate with his passes.

CM: Federico Redondo –Redondo's defensive skills are needed to disrupt midfield and provide cover on counter-attacks.

RW: Lionel Messi—The greatest player of all time didn't get on the scoresheet in the first game, but not for lack of chances. He will look to be sharper in front of goal to help take the Herons into the next round.

ST: Luis Suarez—The Uruguayan has scored seven goals in Miami's last four games. His aim is to break the tie and continue his excellent form.

LW: Diego Gomez—One of MLS's most promising young players will take on the pressing tasks at the top. The winger hasn't scored a goal since August in Miami's Leagues Cup.

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