The MLS is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Atlanta United take on DC United at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday. Both teams have been inconsistent this season and have a point to prove this weekend.
DC United are in ninth place in the MLS Eastern Conference standings and have not been at their best over the past year. The away side played out a 2-2 draw against Philadelphia Union last week and will need to take it up a notch in this fixture.
Atlanta United, on the other hand, are in 10th place in the league table and have been in poor form this season. The hosts eased past Charlotte Independence by a comfortable 3-0 scoreline in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Atlanta United vs DC United Head-to-Head
Atlanta United have a good record against DC United and have won nine out of the last 17 matches between the two teams. DC United have won six matches against Atlanta United during this period.
Atlanta United form guide: W-L-D-L-D
DC United form guide: D-W-L-L-D
Atlanta United vs DC United Team News
Atlanta United
Tyler Wolff is recovering from an injury and will not be available for selection. Jamal Thiare and Xande Silva are also struggling with their fitness and are unlikely to be risked in this fixture.
Injured: Tyler Wolff
Doubtful: Jamal Thiare, Xande Silva, Stian Gregersen, Derrick Williams
Suspended: None
DC United
Russell Canouse is unwell and will not be able to feature in this game. Connor Antley has made progress with his recovery and might play a part in this match.
Injured: Russell Canouse
Doubtful: Connor Antley
Suspended: None
Atlanta United vs DC United Predicted XI
Atlanta United Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Guzan; Lennon, Abram, Morales, Wiley; Slisz, Muyumba; Lobzhanidze, Almada, Mosquera; Giakoumakis
DC United Predicted XI (4-3-3): Bono; Herrera, McVey, Bartlett, Dajome; Peltola, Pirani, Klich; Stroud, Benteke, Murrell
Atlanta United vs DC United Prediction
Atlanta United have blown hot and cold this season and will need to be at their best this weekend. Thiago Almada has been sensational for the hosts and will look to hit his creative peak on Saturday.
DC United have relied heavily on Christian Benteke in the final third this season and will need to rally around their experienced forward. Both teams are on an even footing and could play out a draw in this fixture.
Prediction: Atlanta United 2-2 DC United
