We’ve reached Matchday 25 of Atlanta United’s 2026 sesason, and the Five Stripes will spend it rounding out an eight day stretch that so far has provided a mixed bag of performances and results.
Let’s begin with some head-to-head stats, courtesy of stats.scarvesandspikes.com:
The head to head results from this season and last have offered nothing but draws between these two sides, putting the clubs even closer than their similar names and colors already do. Back in March, Atlanta and D.C. played to a scoreless draw in the Benz in which the Five Stripes held over 70% of the possession, but couldn’t put together any chances of quality to challenge Sean Johnson in goal.
Atlanta and D.C. now both find themselves on together on the outside of the playoff pool, with D.C. holding the 11th place spot in the table, six points above Atlanta in 14th. While Atlanta have seemingly come back down to earth after enjoying a short lived win streak, D.C. was able to snap a winless run of five matches last time out against Columbus.
Striker Tai Baribo scored a brace Wednesday night, making it 6 goals in his last 7 and sending him into a three way tie for third in the golden boot race with 14 on the season. He’ll go up against an Atlanta defense and midfield with plenty of minutes on the legs over the past week, having dealt with Messi and Suarez in Miami before Griezmann and Ojeda with Orlando.
Thankfully, as of yesterday’s availability report, Tata Martino will have plenty of personnel to choose from. Galoppo is questionable while undergoing his visa processing, implying that the end should be near for him to finally join the team. Alzate is listed as out, still dealing with an illness picked up this week.
Kickoff from Audi Field is set for 7:40 PM ET in the nation’s capital. Streaming comes through Apple TV, and audio only coverage is available on 92.9 The Game in English, while La Mejor is your go-to for Spanish radio.
No matter where you are, or how things look on the pitch, feel free to chime in on the match down below in our match thread as the Five Stripes look to get back to winning ways in D.C.
Atlanta United’s Lineup:
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D.C. United’s Lineup:
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How to Watch:
Venue: Audi Field, Washington, D.C.
Kickoff Time: Saturday, September 12th, 7:40 PM ET
Available TV/Streaming: Apple TV
Available Radio: 92.9 The Game, La Mejor 1600/1460/1130 AM
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