Pre-game: Atlanta United and the Charleston Battery meet for the second consecutive year in the fourth round of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Like last season, the Five Stripes host their former USL affiliate at Fifth Third Bank Stadium in Kennesaw.
Keep in mind that this cup competition is very different from your normal MLS schedule. There are special roster limitations that only allow five international players to compete in a single match. That can cause problems for Tata Martino’s lineup decisions, but it also makes for a good chance to see some young players get an opportunity to prove themselves.