There’s a simplicity in place for both D.C. United and the Montreal Impact in tonight’s MLS is Back group stage finale. Win this one game, and you’re through to the knockout rounds. After a year full of uncertainty and confusion, a straightforward task is probably welcome for both clubs. While United has more options — there are numerous scenarios where a third straight job ensures one more game — they can expect the absolute best of the Impact, who must win to advance.
Key player: Any and all center backs
We’re gonna cheat here and cite both Frederic Brillant and Steven Birnbaum here, and it’s for a pretty simple reason.