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Tools to the Match: How ATL UTD can solidify their Supporters’ Shield lead

There’s no time for Atlanta United (18-5-6) to celebrate their wild mid-week win in San Jose, as the next challenger awaits this Saturday in a matter of hours. While the Five Stripes will be confident facing anyone in front of 70,000+ fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Real Salt Lake (13-10-6) come in to the match ready to put it all on the line as they sit in a tight playoff fight of their own in the Western Conference.

Ahead of yet another crucial match, we broke down the Tools to the Match, presented by The Home Depot:

Disciplined defense

When Real Salt Lake’s attack is on form, they are a tough prospect for any team to handle.