Inter Miami Clash with Atlanta United: Bold Predictions, Key Lineups, and What to Expect
Inter Miami will finally match the rest of Major League Soccer in games played this weekend, as they welcome Atlanta United on Saturday evening at Chase Stadium.
Even during the international break, Miami continues playing makeup games due to schedule changes throughout the season. Originally, the Atlanta fixture was scheduled for June 28, but was postponed to Saturday because of Miami's involvement in the FIFA Club World Cup round of 16.
Therefore, manager Javier Mascherano's Herons will be missing Argentina's Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul, along with other players representing their countries in friendlies and World Cup qualifying matches.
Atlanta comes into the fixture also dealing with international call-ups, but are simply completing their remaining regular season fixtures in what has been a disappointing campaign that few anticipated last spring.
Here's all the information you need about this match, which could prove crucial for Miami.
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Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United Head-to-Head Record
Most recent encounter: Atlanta United 1–2 Inter Miami | Mar. 16, 2025 (MLS regular season)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Inter Miami | Atlanta United |
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Inter Miami 4–1 New England Revolution – 10/4/25 | LAFC 1–0 Atlanta United - 10/5/25 |
Inter Miami 3–5 Chicago Fire - 9/30/25 | New England Revolution 2–0 Atlanta United - 9/27/25 |
Toronto FC 1–1 Inter Miami - 9/27/25 | Atlanta United 1–1 San Diego FC - 9/20/25 |
New York City FC 0–4 Inter Miami - 9/24/25 | Atlanta United 4–5 Columbus Crew - 9/13/25 |
Inter Miami 3–2 D.C. United - 9/20/25 | Nashville SC 0–1 Atlanta United - 8/30/25 |
How to Watch Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United on TV
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USA and Worldwide | MLS Season Pass on Apple TV |
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Inter Miami Team News
Inter Miami requires all three points if they want any chance of claiming the second seed in the Eastern Conference despite being without key players.
The Herons currently occupy third place in the Eastern Conference, trailing FC Cincinnati by three points for second position but holding a game in hand. They cannot overtake the Philadelphia Union for first place, as the Union secured the Supporters' Shield last weekend.
If Miami fails to win against Atlanta, it would likely result in a third-place conference finish. However, they could fall as low as fifth and lose home field advantage if they lose their remaining fixtures while both Nashville SC and Charlotte FC win their final games.
With limited squad depth, Mascherano will be compelled to deploy a weakened lineup against Atlanta, anchored by the veteran presence of Luis Suárez, alongside Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, who are both planning to retire at season's end.
Absent from the squad due to international commitments beyond Messi and De Paul will be crucial defenders Noah Allen (Greece U-21) and Ian Fray (Jamaica), plus midfielders Telasco Segovia (Venezuela), Santiago Morales (USA U-19) and Mateo Silvetti (Argentina U-20).
The Herons will celebrate Alba following the match with a retirement tribute.
Inter Miami Predicted Lineup vs. Atlanta United
Inter Miami Predicted Lineup vs. Atlanta United (4-4-2): Ustari; Weigandt, Luján, Avilés, Alba; Rodríguez, Busquets, Bright, Allende; Suárez, Picault
Atlanta United Team News
Atlanta United made significant investments during the offseason, acquiring striker Emmanuel Latte Lath for $26.2 million from Middlesbrough, which represented the highest incoming transfer fee for an MLS player at that time. Latte Lath has recorded seven goals and one assist across 28 appearances with the Five Stripes.
Atlanta occupies 14th position in the Eastern Conference, just two points above D.C. United in last place and were among the earliest teams eliminated from playoff contention.
The Five Stripes are missing eight players on international duty, including midfielders Miguel Almirón (Paraguay), Saba Lobjanidze (Georgia), Alexey Miranchuk (Russia), and Bartosz Slisz (Poland).
A victory for Atlanta would provide a morale boost, but also serve as a harsh reminder of their decline considering they defeated Inter Miami in last year's MLS Cup Playoffs.
Atlanta United Predicted Lineup vs. Inter Miami
Atlanta United Predicted Lineup vs. Inter Miami (5-3-2): Hibbert; Gordon, Gregersen, Berrocal, Chong Qui, Amador; Muyumba, Torres, Alzate; Latte Lath, Thiaré
Inter Miami vs. Atlanta United Score Prediction
Any result other than victory could be disastrous for the Herons. They must generate momentum entering the playoffs if they hope to make a significant postseason run. Atlanta possesses the joint second-worst defense in the Eastern Conference, allowing 58 goals this campaign. Miami's defensive record is similarly poor with 53 goals conceded, but this squad needs to maintain their positive trajectory following their dominant performance against the New England Revolution.
The Herons secure all three points, moving ahead of FC Cincinnati on goal differential in the table.
Score Prediction: Inter Miami 3–1 Atlanta United