Emmanuel Latte Lath likely returns to start for Atlanta while the former English Premier League star could star up top for Charlotte.

Ex-Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha has opened up on his decision to leave European soccer behind in favor of the MLS this winter as he prepares to make his Charlotte FC debut

The Premier League veteran is expected to be a top player for Charlotte FC, which opens its 2025 season Saturday night at Seattle.

Last week, it was about Emmanuel Latte Lath, Kévin Denkey, and, of course, the Inter Miami CF superstars Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, but who are three players to keep an eye on as Matchday 2 approaches? Back in Charlotte. Back in the mix. 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐙𝐚𝐡𝐚 is ready to suit up for the Black & Blue. pic.twitter.com/CJacwF2vZR

Atlanta are one of the favourites to win the lot this season and also landed former Leeds United midfielder Mateusz Klich from domestic rivals D.C. United in a trade two months ago. Captained by 41-year-old Brad Guzan, they have some decent players but don’t strike us as a team on a different level to Charlotte.

The Crystal Palace striker is now taking the Premier League by storm. 'Boooooooooom' roar the Selhurst Park faithful when Mateta scores. He has eight goals in nine games.

Tune in live in the video player up above. Zaha is on loan from Galatasaray, a decorated Turkish football club

WILFRIED ZAHA has no regrets as he embarks on his American adventure in Charlotte. The Crystal Palace legend, 32, is now a Major League Soccer player following two years on the move. Zaha scored