Capping off their no-rest-for-the-weary stretch of play, Minnesota United hosts DC United in a national spotlight match.
The Loons, currently sitting 6th in the Western Conference, are coming off a relatively strong midweek performance having drawn the LA Galaxy 2-2.
DC, 1st in the Eastern Conference, is amid a similar stretch of matches. They beat the Columbus Crew 1-0 on Wednesday.
After managing a solid defensive performance against the Galaxy, Minnesota will be tasked with handling another former Manchester United player: Wayne Rooney.
“Rooney is a smart player in terms of trying to create chances whereas Zlatan likes to stay high.