Dc United vs Atlanta United Picks and Predictions July 5th 2025

Atlanta United, D.C. United Clash in Crucial Showdown for Struggling Clubs

Two Eastern Conference clubs on the brink—Atlanta United and D.C. United—will meet Saturday night in Washington, each desperate to snap a three-match losing skid and revive their postseason hopes.

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Separated by just one point in the standings, D.C. (4-10-6, 18 points) and Atlanta (4-10-5, 17 points) find themselves far below the playoff line. Defense has been a shared liability: D.C. has surrendered 39 goals this season, while Atlanta isn’t far behind at 37.

Meanwhile, D.C. United’s offensive woes continue as they enter the match tied for the second-fewest goals scored in the league (17).

“Every game is a must win,” Atlanta defender Efrain Morales emphasized. “D.C … are struggling a little bit now, but that doesn’t mean much in MLS. Any team can beat any team.”

Atlanta striker Emmanuel Latte Lath leads the team with five goals but hasn’t found the back of the net in 12 straight matches—a drought the Five Stripes can’t afford to continue.

However, Atlanta boasts a dominant record against D.C. United in recent meetings, going 6-1-1 over the last eight regular-season matchups and remaining unbeaten (3-0-1) in their last four visits to Audi Field. That history may offer a much-needed spark, especially since Atlanta remains the only team in the East without a road win this season (0-7-2).

On the other side, D.C. United may finally be getting healthy. Star forward Christian Benteke returned from a six-match absence due to an ankle injury and logged 28 minutes in last week’s 1-0 loss to Nashville SC. He still leads the club with six goals despite limited appearances.

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“(Benteke) gives confidence to other guys,” D.C. coach Troy Lesesne said. “That says everything.”

The return of Joao Peglow and Jackson Hopkins, who both featured against Nashville, also boosts D.C.’s chances, although Gabriel Pirani will miss the match due to suspension for violent conduct.

For bettors and fans tracking this pivotal clash, it’s the perfect time to dig into MLS betting predictions and find value in a matchup where both sides are under pressure to deliver.

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