Atlanta United (16-6-4) can seal their place in the MLS Cup Playoffs this weekend, but to do it they’ll have to top a resurgent D.C. United (7-11-6) side with postseason aspirations of their own in the Five Stripes’ first trip to the brand new Audi Field. Atlanta are coming off back-to-back wins, but will have to be at their best to beat a team that’s proven tricky for them to break down in the past as the red, black and gold looks keep the pace at the top of the Supporters’ Shield standings.
Ahead of this weekend’s match, we broke down the Tools to the Match presented by The Home Depot:
Stop their dynamic attacking duo
The addition of European legend Wayne Rooney to the D.