Venue: The match will be played at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas (Austin FC’s home stadium, capacity approximately 20,738).

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:45 PM CT / 5:45 PM PT / 8:45 PM ET, with global broadcast on Apple TV and FOX.

This is a road fixture for LAFC and a home game for Austin FC in Matchday 5 of the 2026 MLS season.

Weather Updates

Warm and clear spring conditions are expected for kickoff in Austin. Forecast for game time: around 82°F (28°C), clear skies, light winds, and zero chance of precipitation. The pitch should be in excellent condition, favoring a fast, technical, and open game with good ball movement and minimal weather impact on stamina or passing. Attendance is projected near sellout with fans enjoying ideal evening derby-night conditions.

Recent Team Forms

Los Angeles FC (Last 4 results – 4-0-0 overall):
LAFC enters on a club-record run of four straight MLS wins to open the season, featuring clean sheets in every league match and strong attacking output (multiple multi-goal games). They are 7-0-1 across all competitions.

Austin FC (Last 4 results – 1-2-1 overall):

Recent: 2-1 loss @ Real Salt Lake, 3-1 loss @ Charlotte FC, plus earlier mixed results including a win and draw.
The Verde & Black have shown flashes of competitiveness but rank low in xG (expected goals) and have lost the xG battle in most games. Home form at Q2 Stadium remains a potential equalizer.

Injury Report

Austin FC:

OUT: Dani Pereira (hamstring), Robert Taylor (knee), Brandon Vazquez (knee), Owen Wolff (sports hernia).

QUESTIONABLE: Jayden Nelson (hamstring/back issue).

Los Angeles FC:

OUT: Lorenzo Dellavalle (leg), Stephen Eustáquio (leg), Igor Jesus (leg), Aaron Long (leg), Jacob Shaffelburg (pelvis).

QUESTIONABLE: Jeremy Ebobisse (leg).

Both sides are dealing with significant absences, particularly in midfield and defense, which could open the game tactically.

Key Player Matchups

Denis Bouanga / Son Heung-min (LAFC, attack) vs. Austin backline (Jon Gallagher / Oleksandr Svatok / Brendan Hines-Ike): LAFC’s star duo has been electric; Austin’s defense (one of their brighter areas) must contain their pace and finishing.

Facundo Torres / Mathieu Choinière (Austin, attack/midfield) vs. LAFC center-backs and Hugo Lloris (GK): Torres provides Austin’s main threat; Lloris (pursuing a record shutout streak) will be tested but enters in top form.

Midfield battle: LAFC’s depleted engine room vs. Austin’s missing starters (Pereira/Wolff/Nelson out) – control here will dictate transitions in what profiles as a gritty Western Conference clash.

Expect LAFC to dominate possession and chances while Austin sits deep and counters at home.

Series History

LAFC holds a clear historical edge with 9 wins to Austin’s 4 across 16 meetings (plus 3 draws), outscoring Austin 28-15. BTTS has hit in 50% of encounters, with games often trending under 2.5 goals in recent seasons. LAFC has won the last several meetings, including playoff ties in 2025. Austin has been competitive at Q2 Stadium, but LAFC’s road form makes this a tough test.

Betting Trends

Austin FC: 1-2-1 start with low xG output; strong home draws possible; Over 2.5 in 3 of last 5; covering spreads as home dogs in tight games.

LAFC: Perfect 4-0-0 with zero goals conceded; clean sheets in every league match; BTTS No trending; covering spreads consistently as favorites.

Head-to-Head/League: LAFC dominant recently; early 2026 Western games mixed on totals, but LAFC’s defensive record pushes unders; Austin dangerous in set pieces at Q2.

MATCH ODDS

Los Angeles Football Club            – 145

Austin FC                                             + 325

Draw                                                     + 275

Over 3 – 140                       Under 2.5 + 120

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue: The match will be played at Energizer Park in St. Louis, Missouri (St. Louis CITY SC’s home stadium, capacity approximately 22,500).

Kickoff is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM CT (gates open earlier for 80s Night festivities at CITY Block Party).

This is a road game for the Revolution and a home fixture for CITY SC in Matchday 5 of the 2026 MLS season, with global broadcast on Apple TV (English and Spanish).

Weather Updates

Clear and mild spring conditions are forecast for kickoff in St. Louis. Game-time temperatures should be around 77°F (25°C) (daytime high near 80°F / 27°C, low around 56°F / 13°C overnight), with clear skies, light winds, and zero chance of precipitation. The pitch will be in excellent condition, favoring a fast, technical, and open style of play with good ball movement and minimal weather impact on stamina or passing. Attendance is projected near capacity with fans enjoying comfortable evening derby-night conditions.

Recent Team Forms

New England Revolution (Last 4 results – 1-2-0 overall):

Mar 15: 6-1 win vs. FC Cincinnati (home – emphatic home opener)

Feb 28: 0-1 loss @ New York Red Bulls

Feb 21: 1-4 loss @ Nashville SC

Earlier results building the 1-2-0 record.

The Revs have shown explosive attacking potential in their lone win (six goals) but have been vulnerable defensively on the road.

St. Louis CITY SC (Last 4 results – 0-3-1 overall):

Mar 14: 0-2 loss @ LAFC

Mar 7: 0-1 loss vs. Seattle Sounders FC (home)

Mar 1: 0-2 loss @ San Diego FC

Feb 21: 1-1 draw vs. Charlotte FC (home – season opener).

CITY SC have been scoreless in three straight league games and winless overall, with defensive solidity elusive despite flashes of improvement.

Injury Report

New England Revolution:

OUT: Andrew Farrell (hip).

QUESTIONABLE: Leo Campana (lower body).

Depth pieces like Ilay Feingold (ankle) were monitored but traveled and available; the squad otherwise relatively healthy with key attackers intact.

St. Louis CITY SC:

OUT: Tomáš Ostrák (lower leg), Tyson Pearce (hip), Cedric Teuchert (ankle).

No major additional suspensions noted; the squad is pushing for a response despite the absences in attack and midfield depth.

Key Player Matchups

Carles Gil / Luca Langoni (New England, midfield/attack) vs. St. Louis backline: Gil’s creativity and Langoni’s pace were central to New England’s recent scoring outburst; CITY’s rebuilt defense must contain their combination play and set-piece threats.

Marcel Hartel / Simon Becher / Chris Durkin (St. Louis, midfield/attack) vs. New England backline and Matt Turner (GK): Hartel has shown golazo potential and leadership; Becher and Durkin provide box-to-box energy that could exploit New England’s road defensive lapses.

Ilay Feingold / forward options (New England) vs. St. Louis fullbacks and center-backs: Feingold’s flank runs and finishing (as seen in prior scoring) will test CITY’s high press and transitions.

Midfield battle: New England’s pressing vs. St. Louis build-up—control here could dictate second-half adjustments in what profiles as a high-intensity Eastern vs. Western crossover clash.

Expect St. Louis to push early for their first win while New England counters through their DP attackers.

Series History

The all-time series is extremely limited (only the second meeting in club history across all competitions). New England holds a slight historical edge with 1 win and 1 draw in prior encounters, though goals have been relatively low (average ~2.5 per game). Both teams to score has been inconsistent. This matchup is still developing as a cross-conference rivalry, with home advantage at Energizer Park expected to play a major role for a desperate CITY SC side.

Betting Trends

St. Louis CITY SC: Winless in 2026 (0-3-1); failed to score in three straight MLS games; Over 2.5 in recent high-event losses; home draws common but scoring drought persists.

New England Revolution: Explosive scoring in home win (6 goals); road struggles (0-2-0 away, outscored heavily); BTTS in multiple early matches; covering spreads as underdogs in open games.

Head-to-Head/League: Limited H2H but early 2026 MLS trends favor overs in transitional matchups; St. Louis dangerous in set pieces at home; New England leaky away but clinical on counters.

MATCH ODDS

New England Revolution              + 275

St. Louis City SC                                – 105

Draw                                                     + 280

Over 2.5 – 155                   Under 2.5 + 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue: The match will be played at Children’s Mercy Park (Sporting Park) in Kansas City, Kansas (Sporting Kansas City’s home stadium, capacity approximately 18,467).

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM CT / 8:30 PM ET (gates open earlier for Retro Night festivities). This is a road game for the Colorado Rapids and a home fixture for Sporting KC in Matchday 5 of the 2026 MLS season, with global broadcast on Apple TV.

Weather Updates

Mild early-spring conditions are forecast for kickoff in Kansas City. Expect temperatures around 55-62°F (13-17°C) in the evening, with partly cloudy skies, light winds around 5-10 mph from the south, and a low chance of isolated showers. The pitch should be in good condition, favoring a fast, technical game with minimal weather impact on ball movement or player stamina. Attendance is projected near capacity with fans enjoying comfortable derby-night conditions.

Recent Team Forms

Colorado Rapids (Last 4 results – 2-2-0 overall):

Mar 14: 1-3 loss @ New York City FC

Mar 7: 4-1 win vs. LA Galaxy (home)

Earlier results including a win and loss mix that built their solid 2-2-0 start.

The Rapids have shown attacking promise (multiple multi-goal games) but defensive lapses on the road, with key contributions from Paxten Aaronson and Darren Yapi in recent outings.

Sporting Kansas City (Last 4 results – 1-2-1 overall):

Mar 14: 2-1 win @ LA Galaxy

Mar 8/7?: 0-1 loss vs. San Diego FC (home)

Mar 1?: 2-2 draw vs. Columbus Crew (home)

Earlier 0-3 loss @ San Jose Earthquakes.

SKC earned their first win of the season on the road but have been leaky at home and struggled for consistency in transitions.

Injury Report

Sporting Kansas City:

OUT: Capita Capemba (pending visa), Ryan Schewe (hand).

QUESTIONABLE: Zorhan Bassong (hamstring), Jayden Reid (ankle).

Additional depth concerns at fullback after early-season injuries; Ian James (quad) also sidelined.

Colorado Rapids:

OUT: Reggie Cannon (ankle).

AVAILABLE/RETURNING: Goalkeeper Zack Steffen (fit and expected to start with captain’s armband). No other major questionables noted.

Colorado’s backline rotation is tested, but their attacking options remain fully intact.

Key Player Matchups

Paxten Aaronson / Darren Yapi (Colorado, midfield/attack) vs. SKC center-backs and fullbacks: Aaronson has been a creative spark with goals/assists already; Yapi’s pace will test SKC’s injury-hit defense in transitions.

Dejan Joveljić / Shapi Suleymanov (Sporting KC, attack) vs. Colorado backline (with Cannon out): Joveljić leads SKC’s attack and thrives on set pieces; Colorado’s organized defense (led by Steffen) must neutralize his hold-up play.

Miguel Navarro / Keegan Rosenberry (Colorado, fullbacks) vs. SKC wings: Navarro makes his first start—his flank overlap will challenge SKC’s questionable left-back depth.

Midfield battle: Colorado’s pressing vs. SKC’s build-up—control here could dictate second-half adjustments in a rivalry known for physical duels.

Expect early SKC pressure at home countered by Rapids’ speed on the break.

Series History

Sporting Kansas City holds the historical edge with roughly 19 wins to Colorado’s 15 across 48+ meetings (plus 14 draws), often featuring high goal totals (average ~3.0 per game). BTTS has hit in ~60% of encounters. SKC has been strong at Children’s Mercy Park in recent seasons, but Colorado has picked up road points in this rivalry. Games frequently deliver late drama and are rarely low-scoring.

Moneyline: Sporting Kansas City +160 to +165 (slight home favorites); Colorado Rapids +155 to +160; Draw +240.

Spread: SKC -0.5 (+140 to +165); Colorado +0.5 (-147).

Total Goals: Over 2.5 -162 to -175 (strong lean); Under 2.5 +132 to +135.

Betting Trends

Sporting KC: Winless in 3 of last 4 overall; Over 2.5 in recent high-event games; strong home draws but leaky defensively (conceding 2+ frequently).

Colorado Rapids: Mixed road form (recent loss but scoring freely); BTTS in multiple early matches; covering spreads as slight underdogs.

Head-to-Head/League: 78% of recent meetings exceed 1.5 goals; SKC dangerous in transitions at home; early 2026 Western games trending overs amid open, transitional play.

MATCH ODDS

Colorado Rapids               + 155

Sporting Kansas City       + 160

Draw                                     + 240

Over 2.5 – 170                   Under 2.5 + 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue: The match will be played at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas (FC Dallas’s home stadium, capacity approximately 20,500).

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM CT / 8:30 PM ET, with gates opening earlier for pre-game activities. This is a road fixture for Houston Dynamo FC and the first leg of the 2026 Texas Derby (Copa Tejas) for both sides in Matchday 5 of the MLS season, broadcast globally on Apple TV.

Weather Updates

Warm and sunny spring conditions are forecast for Frisco on Saturday evening. Game-time temperatures should hover around 75-82°F (24-28°C) with mostly clear skies, light south winds around 8-12 mph, low humidity, and zero chance of precipitation. The pitch will be in excellent condition, promoting a fast, open, and attacking style of play rather than a physical grind. Attendance is expected near sellout with fans enjoying ideal derby-night weather.

Recent Team Forms

Houston Dynamo FC (Last 4 results – 2-1-0 overall):

Mar 14: 3-2 win vs. Portland Timbers (home – dramatic late winner)

Feb 28?: 0-2 loss vs. LAFC (home)

Earlier results completing the strong 2-1-0 start with multiple second-half comebacks and set-piece goals.

The Dynamo have shown clinical finishing (Guilherme, Bogusz, Andrade contributing) but defensive vulnerabilities on the road.

FC Dallas (Last 4 results – 1-1-2 overall):

Mar 14: 3-3 draw vs. San Diego FC (home – late equalizer)

Mar 8?: 0-1 loss @ LAFC

Mar 1: 0-0 draw vs. Nashville SC (home)

Earlier mixed result.

Dallas has been competitive with high-scoring draws and home resilience but lacks consistency in finishing and has struggled against Western powerhouses.

Injury Report

Houston Dynamo FC:

OUT/SUSPENDED: Nick Markanich (suspended – first of two-match ban), Artur (lower body), Lucas Halter (lower body).

AVAILABLE: Antônio Carlos and Agustín Bouzat (returned from prior suspensions). Questionable depth pieces like Aliyu Ibrahim (lower body) were monitored but not confirmed out.

FC Dallas:

OUT: Anderson Julio (lower leg).

No major suspensions or international absences; the squad is otherwise healthy with depth options available in midfield and attack.

Key Player Matchups

Logan Farrington / Petar Musa (FC Dallas, attack) vs. Houston center-backs (Erik Sviatchenko / Antônio Carlos): Farrington has been electric early-season; Houston’s experienced backline must contain his runs and hold-up play.

Guilherme / Mateusz Bogusz / Ezequiel Ponce (Houston, attack) vs. Dallas backline (Osaze Urhoghide / Nolan Norris): Houston’s DP attackers have been scoring freely—Bogusz and Guilherme in particular will test Dallas transitions.

Jack McGlynn / Héctor Herrera (Houston, midfield) vs. Ramiro / Kaick (Dallas, midfield): Control of the center and set-piece delivery could decide counters in this rivalry.

Goalkeepers: Jonathan Bond (Houston) vs. Michael Collodi (Dallas) – both have been tested in open games.

Expect physical duels, flank speed, and chaos in the box typical of Texas Derby clashes.

Series History

The Texas Derby (Copa Tejas) is one of MLS’s fiercest rivalries. All-time across 50+ meetings: FC Dallas leads 21-16-20 (slight edge), with Dallas winning the last several series (11-9 through 2025). Games average ~3.0 goals and BTTS hits in ~60% of encounters. Houston has historically performed well on the road in Frisco, but Dallas has been dominant at Toyota Stadium in recent derbies. This matchup often delivers high drama, late goals, and red cards.

Betting Trends

FC Dallas: Strong home draws and comebacks; Over 2.5 in 3 of last 4; BTTS frequent at Toyota Stadium; covering spreads as home dogs/favorites in derbies.

Houston Dynamo FC: Road struggles (winless in recent away games); high-scoring wins at home but leaky defense on travel; BTTS in 70%+ of early 2026 matches.

Head-to-Head/League: 70%+ of recent Texas Derbies exceed 2.5 goals; Dallas effective in transitions; early Western Conference games trending overs amid warm weather and attacking lineups.

MATCH ODDS

Houston Dynamo FC       + 190

FC Dallas                              + 125

Draw                                     + 250

Over 2.5 – 150                   Under 2.5 + 120

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue: The match will be played at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina (Charlotte FC’s home stadium, capacity approximately 75,000 for soccer configurations).

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET (gates open earlier for pre-game activities, with the limited-edition Sir Minty Basketball Jersey giveaway for the first fans).

This is a home fixture for Charlotte FC during their five-match homestand and a road game for the Red Bulls in Matchday 5 of the 2026 MLS season, with global broadcast on Apple TV (English and Spanish).

Weather Updates

Mild spring conditions are expected for kickoff in Charlotte. Forecast for game time: around 64-70°F (18-21°C), mostly cloudy to partly cloudy skies with a low chance of isolated showers or a brief thunderstorm in the area, light southwest winds around 5-8 mph, and moderate humidity. The artificial pitch should be in excellent condition, favoring a fast-paced, technical game with good ball movement and minimal weather disruption. Attendance is projected near capacity with fans enjoying comfortable evening conditions.

Recent Team Forms

Charlotte FC (Last 4 results – 1-1-2 overall):

Mar 14: 0-0 draw vs. Inter Miami CF (home)

Mar 7: 3-1 win vs. Austin FC (home)

Earlier results contributing to the record (including a loss and draw mix).

The Crown have been defensively organized at home (clean sheet vs. Miami) and shown attacking flair in wins, but they remain searching for consistency against top Eastern sides.

New York Red Bulls (Last 4 results – 2-1-1 overall):

Mar 14: 1-1 draw @ Toronto FC

Mar 8/9: 0-3 loss vs. CF Montréal (home)

Earlier results fitting the 2-1-1 record.

RBNY have shown resilience with late equalizers on the road but have been leaky defensively in home defeats and struggle to convert chances away.

Injury Report

New York Red Bulls:

OUT: A.J. Marcucci (knee), Justin Che (hamstring).

QUESTIONABLE: Cameron Harper (knee), Dylan Nealis (ankle).

Charlotte FC:

OUT: Henry Kessler (lower body).

Charlotte’s backline depth is tested without Kessler, while RBNY’s goalkeeper and fullback options are limited. No major suspensions noted.

Key Player Matchups

Wilfried Zaha / Pep Biel / Idan Toklomati (Charlotte, attack) vs. RBNY backline (Gustav Berggren / Robert Voloder / Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty): Zaha and Biel lead Charlotte’s creative threat with goals and assists already; RBNY’s rebuilt defense must contain their flank speed and set-piece delivery.

Julian Hall / Cade Cowell / Emil Forsberg (New York Red Bulls, attack) vs. Charlotte center-backs (Tim Ream / Morrison Agyemang): Hall has been a bright spark for RBNY with multiple goals; Charlotte’s experienced Ream will be key in neutralizing counters.

Midfield battle: Ashley Westwood / Djibril Diani (Charlotte) vs. Ronald Donkor / Adri Mehmeti (RBNY) – control here will dictate transitions in what’s expected to be a high-intensity Eastern clash.

Goalkeepers: Kristijan Kahlina (Charlotte – strong recent form) vs. Ethan Horvath (RBNY).

Expect Charlotte to push early at home with their attacking trio, while RBNY looks to counter through Hall and Forsberg.

Series History

The all-time series favors the Red Bulls slightly with 5 wins to Charlotte’s 3 across 11 meetings (plus 3 draws), with an average of ~3.7 goals per game. Both teams to score has hit in over 60% of encounters. Charlotte has been competitive at home recently in this matchup, but RBNY has picked up points on the road in prior seasons. This profiles as a goal-heavy, transitional rivalry battle rather than a low-scoring affair.

Betting Trends

Charlotte: Strong homestand start (unbeaten in recent home games); Over 2.5 hitting in attacking displays; BTTS in several early matches; solid at Bank of America Stadium.

New York Red Bulls: Mixed road results (1 draw, recent struggles); conceded 3+ in home loss but dangerous on counters; BTTS frequent; underdogs covering spreads in tight games.

Head-to-Head/League: High-scoring affairs common (91% Over 1.5); Charlotte effective from flanks and set pieces; early 2026 Eastern games trending toward goals when home teams press.

MATCH ODDS

New York Red Bulls         + 225

Charlotte FC                       + 115

Draw                                     + 235

Over 2.5 – 160                   Under 2.5 + 130

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue: The match will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia (Atlanta United FC’s home stadium, capacity approximately 35,418 for soccer configurations).

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET (gates open earlier for pre-game festivities).

This is a road game for D.C. United (their third of the young season) and a home fixture for Atlanta United in Matchday 5 of the 2026 MLS campaign, with global broadcast on Apple TV.

Weather Updates

Mild spring conditions are forecast for kickoff in Atlanta. Expect temperatures around 65-70°F (18-21°C) in the evening (daytime high near 79°F / 26°C), with mostly clear to partly cloudy skies, light southwest winds around 5-8 mph, and low humidity (no precipitation expected). The open-air pitch at Mercedes-Benz Stadium should be in excellent condition, favoring a fast-paced, technical game with good visibility and minimal weather impact on passing or movement. Attendance is projected near capacity with fans enjoying comfortable evening conditions.

Recent Team Forms

D.C. United (Last 4 results – 2-2-0 overall):

Mar 14: 2-1 win @ Chicago Fire FC (come-from-behind road victory)

Mar 7: 1-2 loss vs. Inter Miami CF (home)

Mar 1: 0-1 loss @ Austin FC

Earlier result contributing to the record.

The Black-and-Red have shown late-game fight (e.g., dramatic comeback vs. Chicago) and defensive improvements under new management, with key contributions from Tai Baribo and midfield solidity.

Atlanta United FC (Last 4 results – 1-3-0 overall):

Mar 14: 3-1 win vs. Philadelphia Union (home)

Mar 8/7: 2-3 loss vs. Real Salt Lake (home)

Mar 1: 0-2 loss @ San Jose Earthquakes

Earlier loss to open the season.

The 5-Stripes earned their first win of 2026 last weekend but have been inconsistent, with strong second-half scoring trends offset by defensive vulnerabilities and road struggles.

Injury Report

Atlanta United FC:

OUT: Will Reilly (hamstring), Sergio Santos (illness).

QUESTIONABLE: Juan Berrocal (hamstring).

Depth pieces like Ajani Fortune are returning from longer-term issues but expected available.

D.C. United:

OUT: Aaron Herrera (lower leg), Bibi Hakim Karamoko (illness), Louis Munteanu (lower leg), Gabriel Segal (lower leg).

No major suspensions; the squad is otherwise relatively healthy, though the backline and forward depth are tested.

Key Player Matchups

Tai Baribo / Matti Peltola (D.C. United, attack/midfield) vs. Atlanta center-backs and Lucas Hoyos (GK): Baribo leads D.C. with multiple goals already and thrives in transition; Atlanta’s rebuilt defense must contain his late-game threat and set-piece involvement.

Miguel Almirón / Alexey Miranchuk / Emmanuel Latte Lath (Atlanta, attack): Atlanta’s creative trio (Almirón with assists, Miranchuk with goals, Latte Lath with hold-up play) will test D.C.’s organized backline and Sean Johnson in goal.

D.C. midfield (Brandon Servania / others) vs. Atlanta’s high press: Control of the center will dictate counters, with D.C. looking to exploit any gaps left by Atlanta’s possession-heavy approach.

Goalkeepers: Sean Johnson (D.C. – multiple key saves recently) vs. Lucas Hoyos (Atlanta – first MLS shutout potential).

Expect Atlanta to dominate possession (65%+ in recent games) while D.C. sits deep and counters.

Series History

Atlanta United holds the historical edge with 10 wins to D.C. United’s 7 across 22 meetings (plus 5 draws), with Atlanta scoring 36 goals to D.C.’s 29 (average ~3 goals per game). Both teams to score has hit in 64% of encounters, and games often trend over 2.5 goals. Atlanta has been strong at home in this rivalry, but D.C. has picked up road points in recent seasons. This matchup profiles as a gritty, transitional Eastern Conference battle rather than a high-scoring shootout.

Betting Trends

Atlanta: 1-3-0 start but first home win last week; strong second-half scoring (5 of 8 goals post-46′); home possession dominance (65%+); Over 2.5 in multiple recent games but clean sheets elusive.

D.C. United: Solid road form (recent comeback win); BTTS in several early matches; late-game heroics common; underdogs covering spreads frequently.

Head-to-Head/League: High-scoring rivalry historically (77% Over 1.5); Atlanta strong at Mercedes-Benz but D.C. dangerous on counters; early 2026 Eastern games trending toward moderate totals despite attacking reputations.

MATCH ODDS

D. C. United                       + 240

Atlanta United FC            – 115

Draw                                     + 235

Over 2.5 – 115                   Under 2.5- 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue: The match will be played at GEODIS Park in Nashville, Tennessee (Nashville SC’s home stadium, capacity approximately 30,000).

Kickoff is scheduled for 5:15 PM CT / 6:15 PM ET (gates open around 3:30 PM CT). This is a road game for Orlando City SC and a home fixture for Nashville SC in Matchday 5 of the 2026 MLS season, with global broadcast on Apple TV + FS1.

Weather Updates

Unseasonably warm and sunny conditions are expected for late March in Nashville. Forecast for kickoff: approximately 81°F (27°C) high / 66°F (19°C) low, mostly sunny skies, light winds around 5-7 mph from the southwest, 20% chance of rain, and 62-64% humidity. The pitch should be in excellent condition, favoring a fast, technical, and open game with plenty of attacking transitions rather than a gritty, physical slog. Attendance is projected near sellout with fans enjoying spring-like warmth.

Recent Team Forms

Orlando City SC (Last 4 results – 1-3-0 overall):

Mar 14: 2-1 win vs. CF Montréal (home)

Mar 7: 0-5 loss @ New York City FC

Mar 1: 2-4 loss vs. Inter Miami CF (home)

Earlier loss to open the season.

The Lions finally earned their first win and three points under new head coach Martin Perelman against Montréal but have been leaky defensively on the road (outscored 10-0 in two away games) and inconsistent overall.

Nashville SC (Last 4 results – 3-0-1 overall):
Nashville enters on a marauding unbeaten run across all competitions (including Concacaf Champions Cup), with strong recent MLS results featuring multiple clean sheets and high-scoring wins. They have been dominant at GEODIS Park, showcasing attacking firepower and defensive solidity.

Injury Report

Nashville SC:

OUT: Chris Applewhite (leg).

QUESTIONABLE: Isaiah LeFlore (leg).

Orlando City SC:

OUT: Wilder Cartagena (thigh), Joran Gerbet (knee), Robin Jansson (foot).

QUESTIONABLE: Eduard Atuesta (thigh), David Brekalo (lower leg), Tyrese Spicer (thigh), Tiago (lower leg).

No suspensions or international duty issues noted. Orlando’s midfield and backline depth are significantly tested.

Key Player Matchups

Sam Surridge (Nashville, striker) vs. Orlando center-backs (with Jansson out): Surridge has been on fire with multiple multi-goal games already; Orlando’s depleted defense must contain his movement, hold-up play, and finishing in the box.

Hany Mukhtar / Cristian Espinoza (Nashville, attack/midfield) vs. Orlando midfield (Atuesta questionable): Nashville’s creative duo could exploit gaps left by Orlando injuries, especially in transitions and set pieces.

Duncan McGuire / Facundo Torres (Orlando, attack) vs. Nashville backline: Orlando’s counter-attacking threats need to generate chances against a Nashville side that has kept multiple clean sheets.

Goalkeepers: Maxime Crépeau (Orlando – returning from suspension) vs. Nashville’s starter. Crépeau faces heavy pressure given Orlando’s road struggles.

Nashville’s home crowd, set-piece delivery, and high press could overwhelm a shorthanded Orlando side.

Series History

The all-time series is relatively even across 18-19 meetings, with Orlando City holding a slight edge (7-8 wins to Nashville’s 6, plus 5 draws). Goals have been common (average ~3.2 per game), with both teams scoring in 61% of encounters. Nashville has been competitive at home recently, but Orlando snapped some streaks in prior visits. Expect a high-intensity Eastern Conference rivalry battle rather than a runaway.

Moneyline: Nashville SC heavy home favorites at -190 to -225; Orlando City SC +425 to +525; Draw +340 to +360.

Spread: Nashville -1.5 (+128 to +140); Orlando +1.5 (-164).

Total Goals: Over 2.5 -115 to -172 (strong lean); Under 2.5 +138 to +140.

Betting Trends

Nashville: Unbeaten in 2026 (strongest start in club history); multiple clean sheets and high-scoring home games; covering spreads consistently; Over 2.5 hitting frequently in recent outings.

Orlando: Poor road form (0-2-0 away, heavily outscored); just one win overall; leaky defense (conceding 4+ in multiple games); struggled to cover as underdogs.

Head-to-Head/League: High-scoring affairs common; Nashville strong coming from behind or in transitions; early 2026 Eastern games trending toward goals and home dominance for hot starters.

MATCH ODDS

Orlando City SC                + 475

Nashville SC                       – 200

Draw                                     + 350

Over 2.5 – 115                   Under 2.5 + 135

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue: The match will be played at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia Union’s home stadium, capacity approximately 18,500).

Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM ET (3:30 PM CT / 20:30 UTC), with the game broadcast globally on Apple TV. This is a road fixture for Chicago Fire FC and a home Walmart Saturday Showdown for the Union in Matchday 5 of the 2026 MLS season.

Weather Updates

Conditions at Subaru Park are expected to be mild for late March in the Philadelphia area. Forecast for kickoff: around 16°C (61°F), with mostly clear to partly cloudy skies and light winds. No significant precipitation is anticipated, which should result in a firm, fast pitch favoring technical play and quick transitions rather than a physical battle in the mud. Attendance is projected near capacity, with fans enjoying spring-like conditions.

Recent Team Forms

Chicago Fire FC (Last 4 results – 1-2-1 overall):

Mar 14: 1-2 loss vs. D.C. United (home)

Mar 7: 0-0 draw @ Columbus Crew

Earlier results included a win and another loss/draw mix.

The Fire have shown resilience with clean sheets in draws but have struggled to convert chances consistently away from home. Hugo Cuypers has been a bright spot with multiple goals already.

Philadelphia Union (Last 4 results – 0-4-0 overall):

Mar 14: 1-3 loss @ Atlanta United

Mar 8?: 0-1 loss vs. San Jose Earthquakes (home)

Mar 1?: 1-2 loss vs. NYCFC (home)

Plus an earlier defeat.

The Union have been leaky defensively and blunt in attack during their five-game losing streak to open the season (extending into this match context). They’ve conceded multiple goals per game on average while failing to find the net regularly in MLS play.

Injury Report

Philadelphia Union:

OUT: Agustín Anello (hamstring), Eddy Davis III (quad), Quinn Sullivan (knee).

Additional absences or unavailability noted for depth pieces; the squad is otherwise relatively healthy but fatigued from a congested early schedule including CONCACAF play.

Chicago Fire FC:

OUT: Jack Elliott (not due to injury/illness), André Franco (lower body), Chris Mueller (not due to injury), Sam Rogers (lower body).

QUESTIONABLE: Andrew Gutman (lower body) – he started but was subbed at halftime in recent action.

Chicago’s backline rotation has been tested, but key attackers like Cuypers remain fully available.

Key Player Matchups

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago, striker) vs. Philadelphia center-backs (Olwethu Makhanya / Philippe Ndinga): Cuypers enters on fire with four straight goals; Philly’s rebuilt defense must contain his movement and finishing.

Milan Iloski / Bruno Damiani (Union, attack) vs. Chicago backline (Mbekezeli Mbokazi / Leonardo Barroso): Union need a spark from their forwards to end the scoring drought, but Chicago’s organized defense (led by Chris Brady in goal) has been stout.

Jonathan Bamba / Robin Lod (Chicago, midfield/wings) vs. Union fullbacks (Nathan Harriel / Frankie Westfield): Chicago’s speed on the counter will test Philly’s high line and transitions.

Midfield battle: Alejandro Bedoya / Jesús Bueno (Union) vs. Anton Saletros / Dje D’Avilla (Chicago) – control here could dictate set-piece opportunities in a potentially physical Eastern Conference clash.

Expect tactical discipline from Chicago under Gregg Berhalter, with Philly pushing for a home response.

Series History

Philadelphia holds the historical edge with roughly 20 wins to Chicago’s 13-14 across 44+ meetings (plus 11 draws), often featuring high goal totals (average ~3.1 per game). However, Chicago has won the last two encounters at Subaru Park by the same 2-1 scoreline and snapped a four-match winless run against the Union in this fixture. Home advantage at Subaru Park has favored Philly in recent years, but Chicago’s recent form makes this a live underdog spot.

Betting Trends

Philadelphia: 0-5 to start 2026 (worst opening in club history); 0-5 ATS in last 5; totals OVER in 3 of last 5; strong home draws historically but scoring issues persist.

Chicago: Mixed road form (1 away win recently); BTTS in several early games; Cuypers goal-scoring streak (4 straight); Fire 2-3 ATS in recent road matches.

Head-to-Head/League: High-scoring affairs common (77% Over 1.5); Chicago strong coming from behind or in counters; Union have struggled to cover the spread amid their skid. Early 2026 Eastern games trending toward goals despite defensive reputations.

MATCH ODDS

Chicago Fire FC                 + 190

Philadelphia Union         – 120

Draw                                     + 235

Over 2.5 – 115                   Under 2.5 – 105

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026

Venue Location: The match will be played at BMO Field in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Toronto FC’s home stadium, capacity approximately 30,991). Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 PM ET (gates open around 12:00 PM, with clubs/suites at 11:30 AM). This is a road game for the Crew and a home fixture for TFC in the early 2026 MLS campaign.

Weather Updates

Expect cool, overcast conditions typical for late March in Toronto. Forecast for game time: approximately 1°C (34°F), overcast skies, light winds around 9 km/h (5-6 mph), and no precipitation. The pitch should be in good condition, but the chilly temperatures and potential dampness could affect ball movement and player stamina, favoring teams comfortable in transitional play rather than high-pressing styles.

Recent Team Forms

Columbus Crew (Last 4 results – 0-2-2 overall):

Mar 14: 0-1 loss vs. Nashville SC (home)

Mar 7: 0-0 draw vs. Chicago Fire FC (home)

Feb 28: 2-2 draw @ Sporting KC

Feb 21: 2-3 loss @ Portland Timbers

The Crew have been defensively solid at times but lack finishing punch and have conceded late or struggled to hold leads. No wins yet, with just two points from four games and growing frustration at home.

Toronto FC (Last 4 results – 1-2-1 overall):

Recent form: D-W-L-L (unbeaten in their last two entering this one).

Key recent: 1-1 draw vs. New York Red Bulls (Mar 14), 1-0 win vs. FC Cincinnati (Mar 8), plus earlier results including a 0-3 loss @ Vancouver.

TFC has earned seven points across their last three matches (including this one in hindsight), showing

resilience and attacking improvement. They’ve been competitive at home and are looking for their first home win of the season.

Injury Report

Toronto FC:

OUT: Theo Corbeanu (knee), Nicksoen Gomis (Achilles tendon surgery – season-long), Matheus Pereira (groin), Henry Wingo (hamstring). Walker Zimmerman (new signing) was unavailable earlier due to national team duty but expected available here.

QUESTIONABLE: José Cifuentes (knee – played and scored), Djordje Mihailovic (illness).

Columbus Crew SC:

OUT: Mohamed Farsi (sports hernia/back – out until early April), Dylan Chambost (thigh/leg).

Limited rotation options in midfield and fullback due to absences; Max Arfsten’s availability was noted as a potential concern in some reports but he featured prominently.

Key Player Matchups

Wessam Abou Ali (Columbus, striker) vs. Walker Zimmerman / Zane Monlouis (Toronto, center-backs): Abou Ali has been one of Columbus’s bright spots with early-season goals; Zimmerman’s aerial presence and leadership as a new TFC signing will be crucial in neutralizing set-piece threats and crosses.

Djordje Mihailovic / Jonathan Osorio (Toronto, midfield) vs. Crew central midfield (e.g., Andrés Gómez or similar): Toronto’s midfield creativity and energy could exploit any gaps left by Crew injuries.

Diego Rossi / Max Arfsten (Columbus, attack) vs. Toronto fullbacks (e.g., Richie Laryea): Crew’s counter-attacking speed on the flanks will test Toronto’s defensive transitions.

Goalkeepers: Patrick Schulte (Columbus – strong early form) vs. Luka Gavran (Toronto). Both have been reliable, but Schulte faces more pressure given Crew’s winless streak.

Toronto’s home crowd and set-piece delivery (Mihailovic corners/free-kicks) could prove decisive against a Crew side that has been leaky late in games.

Series History

Columbus historically dominates this matchup, with roughly 20 wins to Toronto’s 13-14 across 50+ meetings (plus numerous draws), and a goal advantage (around 70-66). However, Toronto has been competitive in recent seasons, and one analysis noted TFC had gone winless in their last 9 against Columbus entering this game. Home advantage at BMO Field often levels the playing field, with both teams known for low-scoring, gritty Eastern Conference battles. Expect a tactical affair rather than a blowout.

Betting Trends

Toronto: Strong recent home draws (5 of last 6 MLS home games); unbeaten run building; average 2+ goals per game in recent matches.

Columbus: Winless in 2026; lost 2nd half in 7 of last 8 road games; BTTS hit frequently; struggled to score at home but dangerous on the counter.

Head-to-Head/League: High likelihood of Over 2.5 and BTTS in early-season MLS Eastern games; Toronto strong coming from behind or in tight matches; Columbus conceded late in multiple games.

Overall lean across models: Games between these sides often stay under 3 goals, but early 2026 trends pointed to goals.

MATCH ODDS

Columbus Crew SC          + 130

Toronto FC                          + 190

Draw                                     + 250

Over 2.5 – 135                   Under 2.5 + 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 20, 2026