Photos: Atlanta United shuts out Toronto

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Photos: Atlanta United shuts out Toronto

AJC photos from the MLS match between Atlanta United and Toronto at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 18, 2021.

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco reacts to scoring a goal against Toronto FC with Josef Martinez cheering him on for a 1-0 lead during the first half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco reacts to scoring the only goal of the match for a 1-0 victory over Toronto FC during the first half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United forward Luiz Araujo, playing his first game with the team, works against Toronto FC midfilder Jonathan Osorio (right) during the first half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United forward Luiz Araujo (left), playing his first game with the team, gives Josef Martinez a hug as they take the field to play Toronto FC in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez gets five from Erick Torres exiting the game after 90 minutes with three minutes of stoppage time remaining against Toronto FC during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez works the ball through Toronto FC defenders before missing a shot on goal during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United midfielder Marcelino Moreno reacts to just missing a goal after getting past Toronto FC defenders during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United midfielder Marcelino Moreno takes a shot on the goal after getting past Toronto FC defenders that doesn't get in during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United forward Josef Martinez just misses a goal, having his shot blocked by Toronto FC goalkeeper Quentin Westberg in front of the net during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. Atlanta United held on for a 1-0 victory. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco, who had the only goal of the match, takes a shot on goal through multiple Toronto FC defenders during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan battles with Toronto FC defender Richie Laryea, knocking him out of the way to block a shot during the first half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United forward Luiz Araujo, playing his first game with the team, works the ball through Toronto FC defenders during the first half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United goalkeeper Brad Guzan blocks a shot by Toronto FC forward Patrick Mullins during the first half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. Atlanta United held on to a 1-0 victory over Toronto FC. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco has his long drive blocked by Toronto FC forward Ifunanyachi Achara before getting off a shot during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. Barco scored the only goal of the match. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

tlanta United forward Josef Martinez has his shot blocked by Toronto FC goalkeeper Quentin Westberg during the second half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. Atlanta United held on for a 1-0 victory. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

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Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco reacts to scoring a goal against Toronto FC with Josef Martinez cheering him on for a 1-0 lead during the first half in a MLS soccer match on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in Atlanta. “Curtis Compton / Curtis.Compton@ajc.com”

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