atlutd (1) vs torontofc (2). For the third time in four years, Toronto FC won the Eastern Conference Championship and booked their ticket to the MLS Cup Final. In a tough road matchup against the defending champions Atlanta United, Toronto FC were able to overturn an early 1-0 deficit thanks to goals by Nicolas Benezet and Nick DeLeon. Atlanta United drew blood first in the 4’ through a tap in finish by Julian Gressel on a 2 on 1 break against goalkeeper Quentin Westberg. Ten minutes later, Josef Martinez had the chance to double Atlanta’s lead from the spot, but his penalty kick was saved by Westberg down low. Momentum swung towards Toronto FC, and Benezet equalized two minutes after Martinez’ miss. The score did not move until the 77’ when substitute Nick DeLeon rifled in a 25-yard strike to the top corner to give Toronto FC a 2-1 lead. The visitors survived Atlanta’s late push for an equalizer, and they crowned themselves Eastern Conference Champions. On Sunday, November 10, Toronto...